Wild Tusker Organic Virgin Coconut Oil 500ml

Saturated fat in coconut is made up of mainly medium chain fatty acids. Out of this 50% is Lauric Acid. Our bodies utilize these medium chain fatty acids to obtain energy instead of storing as body fats in adipose tissues. Therefore even though it is high in saturated fat coconut oil can aid in weight loss and improve lean body mass.

Supply fewer calories than other fats

As the Medium Chain Fatty Acids (MCFA’s) are metabolized rapidly in the liver to energy and don’t participate in the bio-synthesis and transport of cholesterol it reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and related illnesses

Help prevent osteoporosis

It improves digestion and nutrient absorption

Contains phytonutrients which are very important for good health

Provide a nutritional source of quick energy. Medium chain fatty acids are digested differently by body than other fats. Instead of storing as fat the liver converts them directly to ketone bodies which are then available for use as energy

Its cooling moisturizing qualities helps to keep skin soft and smooth

The antioxidants present in the oil helps to prevent premature ageing and wrinkling of the skin

Half the medium chain fatty acids in Coconut Oil are composed of Lauric Acid which is anti-viral, anti-bacterial anti-microbial and anti-fungal and help to boost the immune system and keep most common diseases at bay

In recent medical research the ketone bodies (the end product of metabolism of medium chain fatty acid.) are used in treating Alzheimers’ disease. It is also considered as a potential treatment for Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis etc