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Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is an edible oil extracted from the meat of mature coconuts. It is commonly used in cooking and baking and is notable for its high saturated fat content.
Beneficial properties
heat-stable for cooking
source of medium-chain triglycerides
energy-dense
plant-based fat
Nutritional highlights
Coconut oil primarily provides fat, especially saturated fatty acids such as lauric acid, with negligible protein, carbohydrate, fiber, vitamins, or minerals.