Coconut oil, raw pressed, wooden press

In this method of production there is no heating of raw materials, no contact with metal, and therefore - no oxidation and destruction of the most important amino acids, all natural benefits, vitamin and mineral composition are preserved! This oil has an excellent aroma and taste.

Coconut oil is obtained from the dried pulp of the coconut palm nut. Using cold pressing, it is possible to obtain coconut oil with the highest biological and nutritional value.

The healing effect of coconut oil, as well as its diverse cosmetic use, are determined primarily by the high concentration of saturated fatty acids in this plant product, such as lauric, myristic, palmitic, capric, caprylic, stearic, the presence of monounsaturated fatty oleic acid, which is beneficial for the cardiovascular system and skin, accounts for 6%. The insignificant content of polyunsaturated fatty acids linoleic Omega-6 acid and linolenic Omega-3 acid in coconut oil is about 0.5%.

Content of nutrients

Coconut oil also contains betaines, fatty ester ethoxylates, monoglycerides, polysorbates, polyol esters, ethanolamides, vitamins (A, E, B1, B2, B3, K and C), calcium, iron, phosphorus and other macro and microelements.

The content of lauric acid in coconut oil exceeds 50%, in the human body it turns into monolaurin - a substance that is very effective in the fight against various pathogenic viruses, fungi and bacteria. In addition, lauric acid activates skin regeneration and helps to accelerate the healing of skin damage.

A component of coconut oil called myristic fatty acid helps cosmetic ingredients penetrate the skin better and also plays an important role in stabilizing proteins used by the immune system.

Oleic acid, which is part of coconut oil, helps the skin retain moisture and restore the barrier functions of the epidermis, activates the “burning” of fat deposits, prevents the accumulation of fat in the body, and this beneficial substance also reduces the level of cholesterol in the blood, thereby preventing the development of atherosclerosis.

Caprylic acid contained in coconut oil helps restore the acid-base balance of the skin and improves skin oxygenation. Lauric and caprylic fatty acids, which have antibacterial and antifungal properties, are enhanced by capric acid.

Coconut oil contains a large amount of healthy fats; it is obtained from coconuts, which contain medium-chain fatty acids. This oil is a popular cosmetic product.

Coconut oil is used to treat and strengthen hair after dyeing and perming, stops hair loss. It is recommended to drink coconut oil for gastritis, stomach and duodenal ulcers, chronic bronchitis. It softens, moisturizes, nourishes the skin, relieves irritation. The safest way to lose weight. Recommended for calcium deficiency in the body.

Using oil

It has a fairly long shelf life, due to the content of saturated fatty acids, coconut oil is practically not subject to oxidation. It practically does not react with air, so it remains suitable for the entire shelf life. Coconut oil also does not lose its taste and useful properties when heated to high temperatures, it can be used for frying and deep-frying, and it does not become carcinogenic. In cooking, coconut oil can replace butter. This product is used to prepare a wide variety of hot dishes: soups, pasta, vegetable dishes, cereal side dishes, sauces and hot appetizers. It can be added to baked goods and confectionery. With coconut oil, cakes, cottage cheese casseroles and pancakes, muffins, cookies, cheesecakes, pancakes acquire a pleasant taste. Baked goods retain their fluffiness and freshness much longer. In coconut oil, you can stew vegetables and cook any vegetable stew. Pilaf or rice cooked with this oil will be transformed and will become an unusual, sophisticated dish.