Coconut oil, rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), helps boost metabolism and digestion, making it effective for weight ...

Based on a typical 2,000-calorie diet, this would be 200 calories from saturated fat per day. To put this into perspective, one tablespoon (14 grams [g]) of coconut oil contains 117 calories and ...

Coconut oil when consumed daily on an empty stomach can support your brain's health. Research suggests that MCTs (present in ...

This makes coconut oil a functional food that not only provides energy but also helps burn more calories throughout the day.

MCTs in coconut oil has anti-inflammatory properties that heal the gut lining, improving digestion and aiding in belly fat loss.

Trendy coconut-oil spreads contain co­co­nut oil blended with other vegetable oils. They have 3.5 to 5 grams of saturated fat, 50 to 100 calories, and 7 to 11 grams of total fat per tablespoon.