Facts about coconut oil - all the pros and cons
Is coconut oil really the miracle cure we once thought, or should we reduce its use? Here is a list of all the advantages and disadvantages of coconut oil. Coconut oil is one of those miracle products that is highly praised and said to be good for everything - both in the kitchen and on the skin. But what is actually behind this claim? On social networks, coconut oil (like avocado) is traded as a natural oil. In accordance with the motto: "What is natural can only be good". On Pinterest we can see the various uses of coconut oil: as a moisturizer for dry skin, to fight unsightly dandruff and even to whiten teeth. However, few people know that coconut oil consists of 90% saturated fatty acids. Yes, you have read correctly. Saturated fat, haven't we been told it's bad for us? It's a little more complicated, but don't worry, we'll make it easier! Coconut oil: good or bad? Saturated fatty acids are considered dangerous because they increase 'bad' chole...