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I use it on my oatmeal in the morning then top with a splash of coconut milk, yum!
KIKOTERRIER6/22/2011 11:33:00 PM
Actually recent studies are showing that coconut oil does not raise LDL. More to come on this one
MELLYBEANS09195/19/2011 12:41:00 AM
I don't eat it, but I use it for my skin - eczema, it helps a lot.
LINDAF495/15/2011 12:50:00 AM
Wow - lots of debate on this subject among "experts - I tend towards..all things in moderation ... I sure do like our pop corn cooked in it!! And I love the smell of cooking with it! Not convinced on the pros and cons yet - I'm listening and learning!
SUNSHINE64425/13/2011 6:52:00 PM
Coconut Oil can raise LDL (bad) Cholesterol and increase a person risk of heart attack or stroke. 1 Tablespoon has about 12 grams of saturated fat. An increase of LDL or bad cholesterol in the blood forms plaque on the coronary artery walls. WHAT YOU THINK MIGHT BE HEALTHY NOW, COULD IN FACT, BE BUILDING UP IN YOUR ARTERIES! An artery already narrowed by plaque can trigger a heart attack. I think I'll stick with Vigin Olive Oil and eating 4 walnuts a day to protect my heart.
STILLFLYIN5/13/2011 9:07:00 AM
And taking coconut oil raised my cholesterol results to double it was before taking it. What is good for one may not be good for another.
MARTHA5035/13/2011 4:44:00 AM
coconut oil and grape seed oil are the good for you!
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