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Coconut Oil (Frosting)

Coconut oil is an edible fat extracted from coconut meat and is commonly used in baking and frostings for richness and texture. It is composed predominantly of saturated fat.

Beneficial properties

heat-stable fat provides energy rich in saturated fat contains medium-chain triglycerides

Nutritional highlights

Coconut oil primarily provides fat, especially saturated fatty acids such as lauric acid, with negligible protein, carbohydrate, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Caution. High in saturated fat; frequent use may raise LDL cholesterol in some people.

Conditions it helps with

Hardening / Clogging of Arteries
Includes: Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Cholesterol
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