coconut oil

About This Food

Coconut oil, widely used in tropical regions, is extracted from the kernel or meat of mature coconuts. The calories in coconut oil is 121.3. It provides saturated fats and contains vitamin E. Some studies suggest it may raise HDL (good) cholesterol. It is generally not recommended for people with heart conditions, and those watching their weight should be mindful of portion sizes. A tablespoon per day is generally considered a reasonable amount. The overall effect on weight management is neutral, consume it moderately. Try using coconut oil for stir-frying vegetables instead of other oils.