The thought of eating straight-up solid coconut oil out of a jar may sound repulsive to some but don’t knock it till you try it (Image: Shutterstock) Coconut oil is a superfood that contains fatty ...

Nutrition trends come and go, but it seems no one can make up their mind about coconut oil. At one point, nutrition experts advised staying away from the tropical oil because of its high saturated fat ...

Recently, many “experts” are saying that coconut oil may boost your weight loss efforts, improve your heart health and fend off chronic diseases from Type 2 diabetes to Alzheimer’s. But before you ...

While many recipes call for olive oil or vegetable oil, coconut oil is a fantastic substitute that can add both flavor and function. Whether you're looking to explore dairy-free alternatives or simply ...

If you’re cuckoo for coconut oil, think again. That’s the message of a lecture from Dr. Karin Michels of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, which is currently making the rounds on YouTube. The ...

Not everything in the health food aisle is good for your heart — many vegan processed foods contain lots of coconut oil and can raise cholesterol levels, according to a cardiologist.Aja Koska/Getty ...

Coconut oil has become hugely popular for cooking and as a dietary supplement. Despite the huge popularity of coconut oil and many praises it's received from healthy-eating advocates, a Harvard ...