Thursday, March 03, 2011

Virgin Coconut Oil

Why back in my day, coconut oil was supposed to be worse than eating fried beef fat. And once upon a time, yours truly managed a health food store.

Times have changed and so has coconut oil. Scientists say virgin coconut oil may not be bad for you after all. The health food cooks are crazy about coconut oil because they can now make fluffy frosting.

NY Times: Once a Villain, Coconut Oil Charms the Health Food World
“Virgin coconut oil, which has not been chemically treated, is a different thing in terms of a health risk perspective. And maybe it isn’t so bad for you after all.”


She went on to say that while it is still uncertain whether coconut oil is actively beneficial the way olive oil is, small amounts probably are not harmful.

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