Raw Coconut Oil
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What it is
Coconut oil is a fat extracted from the kernel of mature coconuts. It is solid at room temperature in cooler climates but melts into a clear liquid when heated. It is often produced by pressing the dried coconut flesh (copra) or by wet milling.
Why it's used
Coconut oil is used as a cooking oil and a fat in baked goods, confectionery, and dairy alternatives. Its distinct flavor can add a tropical note to foods, and it can also act as a substitute for butter or other oils.
Health notes
Coconut oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is primarily composed of saturated fats, which the FDA recommends limiting in the diet due to potential links to increased LDL cholesterol. JECFA has evaluated coconut oil and set an acceptable daily intake. Evidence on the health effects of coconut oil consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential benefits and others highlighting concerns related to its saturated fat content.
Allergen info
Coconut is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It is botanically classified as a drupe, not a tree nut.
Products containing Raw Coconut Oil
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KELAPA LLC, DBA Sacred Serve
Plant-Based Gelato Coconut Salted Caramel, Gelato
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
85kcal
1.1Protein
2.7Fat
14.9Carbs
KELAPA LLC, DBA Sacred Serve
Saffron Chai Spice Plant-Based Gelato, Saffron Chai Spice
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
85kcal
1.1Protein
2.7Fat
16.0Carbs
Salt Optics Inc
Cinnamon + Chai Spices Chai Time Almond Butter, Cinnamon + Chai Spices
311kcal
11.1Protein
26.7Fat
11.1Carbs
Pure & Good Handcrafted Foods, LLC
Coco Love Cacao + Coconut Almond Butter, Coco Love
311kcal
11.1Protein
26.7Fat
11.1Carbs
Pure & Good Handcrafted Foods, LLC
Cinnamon + Chai Spices Chat Time Almond Butter, Cinnamon + Chai Spices
311kcal
11.1Protein
—Fat
11.1Carbs
Pure & Good Handcrafted Foods, LLC
Sea Salt + Vanilla Classic Almond Butter, Sea Salt + Vanilla
311kcal
11.1Protein
28.9Fat
11.1Carbs