Coconut oil can also be labeled as cold-pressed when produced without heat. "This type may be richer in nutrients," says Green. Thanks to greater amounts of polyphenols and antioxidants ...

Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. Coconut oil is the oil pressed from fresh or dried (copra) coconut meat − the white part of the fruit. The plant ...

Coconut oil is widely available in Asian and African grocers, and in some large supermarkets. The oil has a high degree of saturated fat, so it does not become rancid easily. Keep it in a cool ...