coconut oil

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Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is derived from the mature kernels of coconut trees. It is a rich source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat that the body metabolizes differently than most types. It has been widely used for its potential health benefits as well as its applications in cooking and skin care.

Category
Natural Product
Molecular Formula
Variable due to mixture of fatty acids
Mechanism of Action
The medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) in coconut oil can be broken down by the liver and used as a quick source of energy or turned into ketones, which can have beneficial effects on brain function.
Evidence Grade
C

Other Names

  • Copra oil

Primary Benefits

  • May support fat loss
  • May improve brain and memory function
  • Can help skin health

Recommended Dosage

Adults 1-2 tablespoons daily

Side Effects

  • May increase cholesterol levels
  • May cause allergic reactions in some individuals
  • Possible weight gain if consumed in excess

Precautions

  • People with allergies to coconuts should avoid coconut oil
  • People with high cholesterol should use with caution

Interactions

  • May interact with cholesterol medications

Key References

  • Assunção ML, Ferreira HS, dos Santos AF, Cabral CR Jr, Florêncio TM. Effects of dietary coconut oil on the biochemical and anthropometric profiles of women presenting abdominal obesity. Lipids. 2009 Jul;44(7):593-601.
  • Feranil AB, Duazo PL, Kuzawa CW, Adair LS. Coconut oil is associated with a beneficial lipid profile in pre-menopausal women in the Philippines. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2011;20(2):190-5.
#148 – Richard Miller, M.D., Ph.D.: The gold standard for testing longevity drugs: the ITP
Understanding Longevity: Research, Substances, Genetics, Diet, and Implications 1:17:05 0
“the mice in question were being given a diet consisting of 60% coconut oil”

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#148 – Richard Miller, M.D., Ph.D.: The gold standard for testing longevity drugs: the ITP
Understanding Longevity: Research, Substances, Genetics, Diet, and Implications 1:17:17 0
“the mice that were dying because they were on 60% coconut oil were dying because their livers got so big, so filled with fat that it compresses the chest cavity and crushes the lungs and the mice cannot breathe.”

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The Nutritional Scientist: Do Not Eat After 9pm! Link Between Chewing & Belly Fat!
Proper Eating Habits for Weight Loss and Healthy Digestion Tips 1:33:18 0
“if you have the option of kind of cutting off trimming the fat then I would and then there are some tropical oils that are very high in saturated fat palm oil for example coconut oil although the JW is out on the health effects of coconut oil but palmo for example is very high in saturated fat we know it increases our cholesterol”

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Cognitive decline is NOT inevitable: Dale Bredesen, M.D.
Prevent Cognitive Decline: Empower with Brain-Boosting Strategies & Tips 21:18 0
“Other people will notice it with things like taking some exogenous ketones or some coconut oil or something like that or some MCT oil or they will notice it with taking creatine that's another common one or ALCAR.”

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These FOODS & HABITS Boost Brain Health & REDUCE INFLAMMATION | Mark Hyman
Boost Brain Health with Anti-Inflammatory Foods and Healthy Habits 3:20 0
“MCT oil for example is the derivative of coconut oil that's really great for the brain's energy system and can help improve cognitive function.”

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How Different Diets Impact Your Health | Dr. Christopher Gardner
Influence of Diets on Health: Insights, Challenges, and Recommendations 41:01 0
“Beyond Meat actually did better than the red meat. And they actually after that took out the coconut oil, took out some other ingredients, added some more benign ingredients, and they've actually reformulated multiple times.”

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