Coconut Oil

by Vitabase


  • Contains important medium chain triglycerides
  • Can help build and maintain the immune system
  • Can help boost metabolism
  • Improves ratio of HDL to LDL cholesterol
  • Naturally trans-fatty acid free
  • Can be used in salad dressings, sauces or other cooking
The indigenous people of Pacific countries have enjoyed the use of coconut oil in their diet for thousands of years. Until recently it was a common ingredient in both commercial and home cooking. That began to change in the 1960s when studies appeared to show a link between saturated fat (like those in coconut oil) and increased cholesterol and coronary heart disease. Early studies used a hydrogenated version and not virgin coconut oil. Hydrogenated oil is deficient in essential fatty acids which contributed to the negative results. Virgin Coconut Oil contains medium chain triglycerides (MCT) like Lauric acid, Myristic acid, and Caprylic acid which scientists now know offer substantial health benefits.

Research now recognizes the importance of some saturated fats for human health. MCTs are more easily digested and can help boost the metabolism. Lauric acid is an important fatty acid central to building and maintaining the body’s immune system. Lauric acid is found in significant quantities in coconut oil and human breast milk. Small quantities can be found in whole milk and real better but consumption of those items has dropped dramatically. The body converts lauric acid to a fatty acid called monolaurine. Monolaurine helps protect against infections caused by viruses, bacteria, and protozoa. It also adversely affects fungi and yeast.

In contrast to early studies, Virgin Coconut Oil appears to positively impact cholesterol. A recent examination of studies conducted over the years revealed that people with diets high in coconut oil did not see a rise in serum cholesterol levels or an increased risk of coronary heart disease. Increasing lauric acid and myristic acid resulted in lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and higher HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Replacing cooking oils with coconut oil led to better HDL/LDL ratios.

Take on tablespoon once or twice each day. Organic Coconut Oil can be used in salad dressing, sauces, or any type of cooking. Vitabase Organic Virgin Oil is a high-grade, unrefined premium nutritional edible oil obtained from the first cold pressing of organic coconut (Coco nucifera) kernels. Virgin Coconut Oil is naturally trans-fatty acid free.


Label Information and Ingredients

Suggested Use: Take one tablespoon 1-2 times daily with meals. This Organic Virgin Coconut Oil can also be used in salad dressings, sauces, or any type of cooking as a source of essential fatty acids.

Supplemental Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon(s)

IngredientsPer Serving% DV
Calories 120   *
Calories from Fat 120   *
Total Fat 14 g   22%
Saturated Fat 12 g   60%
Trans Fat 0 g   *
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2 g   *
Monounsaturated Fat 0.8 g   *
* Daily Value Not Established


Notes: Not a significant source of cholesterol, sodium, total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, sugars, protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium or iron.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

The following table contains suggested values for a healthy diet.
2,000 2,500
Calories Calories
Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
Sat. Fat 20g 25g
Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg
Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g
Dietary Fiber 25g 30g
Calories per gram:
Fat 9 - Carbohydrate 4 - Protein 4

Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is a high grade, unrefined premium nutritional edible oil obtained from the first cold pressing of organic coconut (Cocos nucifera) kernels. Virgin Coconut Oil is naturally trans-fatty acid free and high in medium chain triglycerides (MCT).

This oil typically contains the following beneficial fatty acids per serving (natural variation may occur): Lauric Acid 6.5 g, Myristic Acid 2.4 g, Caprylic Acid 1.0 g, Gapric Acid 800 mg, Oleic Acid 800 mg and Linoleic Acid 200 mg.

Storage Guidance: Store in a cool, dry and dark environment in a tightly sealed original container. After opening, product can be refrigerated or stored at cool room temperature. This product may begin to solidify at temperatures below 78 degrees F (26 degrees C).

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other Ingredients: Organic Virgin Coconut Oil.


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