Pure Coconut Oil
UCO is coconut oil that is in its natural state. It is obtained directly from the expeller and it is unfiltered and unrefined with no additives. It is sometimes called the pure coconut oil to distinguish the difference with the refined, bleached, and deodorized coconut oil that is commonly called the refined coconut oil, organic coconut oil, virgin coconut oil. It is possible for the organic virgin coconut oil to be unrefined. There are many products besides UCO that are made from coconuts. The coconut husk or meat is used to make a lot of these products. The liquid that is inside the coconut is commonly called coconut milk and it is sometimes called coconut juice or coconut water. Many products are made from this liquid. The oil of the coconut is actually extracted from the coconut meat, but there are some processes that also use the milk.
It is an absolute fact that crude coconut oil has more health and nutritional benefits that oil that has been refined. However, there are differences of opinion about the benefits to using the unrefined coconut oil instead of other alternatives like olive oil. Even though the experts agree that the crude coconut oil is a better option than using refined coconut oil, a lot of people still think that peanut oil or olive oil either meet or surpass the health benefits found in unrefined coconut oil.
The known benefits of coconut oil:
• A source of nutrition
• Improves the immune system
• Is an anti-viral and anti-bacterial food
• Provides a quick energy boost
• Reduces inflammation
• Helps manage stress
• Improves weight loss
• Helps manage diabetes
• Improves appearance of skin, hair, and scalp
Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil vs. Refined Coconut Oil
• Has more taste and flavor
• More nutritious
• Much more protein
• Has no chemical processing
Disadvantages of Unrefined Coconut Oil
• May contain contaminants
• Not for internal use
• Not as readily available as refined coconut oil
• More expensive than refined coconut oil
Unrefined organic coconut oil can be used successfully as an alternative for shortening in medium to high heat cooking. It can also be used in natural body care. The organic coconut oil is pressed from the meat without the use of hexane or any other harmful chemical. There are very strict standards for its processing that must be strictly adhered to. If this organic coconut oil is going to be used in food, it must be heated well to kill any contaminants. It should never be consumed raw. The best use for this unrefined coconut oil is external use for the skin and hair. It is commonly used in soaps and cosmetics.
The lauric acid that is found in unrefined coconut oil is very use in combating bacteria and fungi. This provides a good support for the immune system and some experts believe the oil can prevent health problems such as hypothyroidism, high triglycerides, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
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