Nutiva Organic, Cold-Pressed, Unrefined, Virgin Coconut Oil from Fresh, non-GMO, Sustainably Farmed Coconuts, 15-ounce
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Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
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- NATURALLY EXTRACTED and NUTRIENT DENSE: Nutivas all-natural cold press extraction process yields a pure, light-tasting, nutrient-rich oil containing 63% medium chain triglycerides and 50% lauric acid without the use of dangerous and harmful chemicals, hexane, or heat.
- PREMIUM DIET COMPATIBILITY: Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil is an ideal addition to vegetarian, vegan, raw, whole food, paleo, ketogenic, and gluten-free diets.
- HEALTH AND BEAUTY: Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil has natural moisturizing and deep conditioning properties, making it an invaluable part of every body care regimen.
- COMMITMENT TO QUALITY: Nutiva partners with organic farmers to source the worlds finest fresh, organic virgin coconuts and stringently adheres to USDA certified organic and non-GMO guidelines to deliver superfood that is good for you and good for the planet.
- EASY TO USE PACKAGING: Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil is packaged in safe, convenient, BPA-free packaging.
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Nutiva Organic, Cold-Pressed, Virgin Coconut Oil from non-GMO, sustainably farmed coconuts is rich in lauric acid and MCTs, making it a nourishing and versatile food for cooking, baking, and beauty. Unlike other oils on the market, Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil is never refined, deodorized or bleached. At Nutiva, we start with organic, non-GMO Southeast Asian coconuts, sustainably harvested and immediately cold pressed to naturally extract the freshest, creamiest, most flavorful coconut oil on the market today. The rich aroma and smooth, sweet flavor make it great for sauteing, baking, or enhancing your favorite recipes. It's ideal as a medium-heat cooking oil, a nutritious substitute in baking and is even "better than butter" on bread, vegetables, or popcorn. Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil is a healthful addition to vegetarian, vegan, raw, whole food, paleo, ketogenic, and gluten-free diets. The purity and nutrient density of Nutiva Virgin Coconut Oil make it good for you both inside and out. Use the luscious, soothing oil as a natural skin moisturizer, eye make-up remover, deep conditioning hair treatment, or combine it with Nutiva Coconut Sugar and your favorite essential oil for an exfoliating, refreshing body scrub. Nutiva was founded in 1999 with a single purpose in mind - to Revolutionize the Way the World Eats. We produce organic, nutrient- dense foods that are good for you and good for the planet. Social and environmental responsibility is a core part of Nutiva’s culture and business. From sourcing organic products, to obtaining fair trade certification, to greening our facilities and operations, to funding natural food initiatives in our local community, we are constantly seeking ways to better protect our environment and ensure a better quality of life for employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
Product Dimensions : 1.18 x 1.18 x 1.97 inches; 15.04 ounces
Item model number : COC601W
Department : men, women, unisex-adult
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Manufacturer : Nutiva
Units : 15 Fluid Ounces
Best Sellers Rank: #572 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food) #2 in Coconut Oils
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Customer Reviews: 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (69,351)
Brand Name: Nutiva
Diet Type: Kosher, Vegan
Flavor: Coconut
Import Designation: Made in the USA
Item Form: Liquid
Specialty: Organic
Recommended Uses For Product: Nourishing
Allergen Information: Tree Nuts
Container Type: Jar
Manufacturer: Nutiva
UPC: 692752200014
Age Range Description: Adult
Cuisine: Versatile
Item Type Name: Food
Model Number: COC601W
Set Name: 15 fl. oz
Part Number: COC601W
Plant or Animal Product Type: Coconut
Net Content Volume: 15 fluid ounces
Liquid Volume: 15 fluid ounces
Item Package Quantity: 1
Item Volume: 15 fluid ounces
Item Weight: 15.04 ounces
Item Dimensions: 1.18 x 1.18 x 1.97 inches
Item Package Weight: 0.45 kg
Number of Items: 1
Unit Count: 15 Fluid Ounces
Package Size Name: 15 fl. oz
Number of Pieces: 1
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Special Features: Unrefined
Color: Default
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Top Amazon Reviews
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Nutiva Organic Virgin Coconut Oil has become a staple in our home. The quality is excellent, with a fresh coconut scent and clean taste that works well in cooking, baking, and smoothies. I appreciate that it’s organic, cold-pressed, and unrefined, so it retains its natural flavor and benefits. Beyond the kitchen, we’ve also used it as a moisturizer for skin and hair with great results. The consistency is smooth, melts easily, and the packaging keeps it fresh. It’s a versatile product that offers great value for the quality. I would definitely purchase it again and recommend it to anyone looking for a high-quality coconut oil.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2026 by Jeremiah kross
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)
Pros: - Noticeably better taste compared to regular coconut oil. - Cold-pressed, unrefined, and organic quality. - Very versatile—great for cooking, baking, and making granola. - Can also be used for hair and lip conditioning. - Useful for DIY oral care routines (e.g., oil pulling / whitening support). - A little goes a long way. Cons: - Slightly pricey compared to standard coconut oil options. Overall, this is a high-quality coconut oil that stands out in both taste and performance. It’s extremely versatile in the kitchen and for personal care uses, and the quality is immediately noticeable. The only drawback is the higher price, but the value is there given how many uses it has.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2026 by HonesTee
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
I love this product. Will buy again. This is how I ingest it so far... 1) Eat a direct spoonfull (I tolerate it) 2) Add a spoonfull to my morning, hot oat brand cereal along with cinnamon and honey (I love it) 3) Add a table spoon of coconut oil to my morning tea. It looks like an oil slick in my tea but tastes good (I like it) 4) Spread a spoonfull on my waffle then add cinnamon and then drizzle some honey on top of that (I love it) 5) On a slice of bread. I microwave the bread for 8 seconds then spread coconut oil on it (I like it) 6) When I cook on top of the stove I cook with, what appears to be, a lower quality coconut oil purchased locally I will Google "ways to eat coconut oil" to ad more diversity to my current methods. I suggest others do the same. SIDE NOTE - Anyone over 35 should also consider adding Taurine (L-Taurine) to their daily supplements. My best guess would be people 35-44 years old take 500 - 1000 mg per day. 45 - 54 1000 - 2000 mg. 55 and up 2000 - 3000 mg per day. If you regularly and intensely work out add an additional 1000 mg just before your work out. Of course do your own research and consult with your doctor. At a minimum Google "Taurine" and read about this inexpensive yet absolutely amazing amino-acid supplement. Great for preventing muscle cramps and twitches. Also great for the heart and for the brain. You may wish to start with only taking 500 mg just before bedtime for a few days to see how you react to it then consider increasing the does to 1000mg (40 and over crowd). I take 1000 mg just before I go to bed and another 500 - 1000 mg midday (close to an empty stomach). I had no idea it would improve my overall mood too but it has after a few weeks. I initally took it with magnesium to help stop my foot cramps which it did the first day. People over 35 do yourself a favor and read about Taurine. Youngsters don't need to supplement much of anything. I am 48 but look 38 and feel 33. ALSO - consider taking 400 to 1000mg of potassium per day (RDA is approx 3500mg but you get some from food). I pop two tablets with each meal, one just before the gym, one when I go to bed (99mg per pill). AND Consider taking 200 - 400mg of magnesium. Any form EXCEPT magnesium oxide. Research shows only 4% of magnesium OXIDE is absorbed which is why it is the cheapest form on the market. I take 200mg just before bed along with 99mg potassium and 1000mg taurine. I take 133mg during the day normally just before I walk into the gym along with 99mg potassium and 1000 mg Taurine. Changed my life! Never had another cramp. I sleep and dream as deeply as I did in my 20s. My brain is as quick and as sharp as it has ever been.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2013 by Chi Guy
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)
I love Coconuts. I love coconut oil even more. Nutiva is a great brand for coconut oil. I really like this size container. I use the 54 oz. tub in the kitchen, and this one for topical usage. PEOPLE (who don't use coconut oil) STOP USING VEGETABLE OIL. If you are willing to skip junk food twice out of the week, then you can spend the money you save to buy coconut oil- it smells amazing, it cooks amazing, it's delicious, snow white, and is great for chapped lips. We can all help to put an end to this ridiculous myth of saturated fat being bad and unsaturated fat being good. The myths about fat making you fat and other diet-related myths perpetuate the 60-year old lie that high cholesterol/high fat is bad. Eat fat! It's delicious, nutritious, and won't harm your brain the way many vegetable oils/some seed oils do.(Unless it's fat from animals that have been eating things outside of their nature-intended diet... cows eating corn for example...then the fat is filled with toxins and are no good.)Eat coconut oil and you won't have to worry about any of that. (What, did you think that you can eat all the omega-6 you want? Do you like inflammation and other nasty long-term side effects from having an imbalance of Omega-6/omega-3? Trust me, it's worth a google.) Here was my original review of Nutiva Coconut oil in the larger size: I had high expectations when ordering Nutiva Coconut Oil because I had recently discovered that America has been lied to about unsaturated fats and saturated fats for years, and that if I want to lose weight, then I should stick to what my taste buds naturally love- Saturated fat! Nutiva Coconut Oil has gone above and beyond meeting my expectations. I am blown away! It satisfied what I expected: 1. The smell is pleasant and sweet, bold and aromatic. 2. The taste is full-bodied and rich. 3. Snow White in color, smooth and creamy texture. I could definitely see myself using a pat of this on my toast instead of butter. 4. After cooking it, the aroma of coconut fills the room. 5. The high heat tolerance of coconut oil is wonderful. It cooked my steak and burger perfectly. No longer will I deal with the olive oil smoking on the pan which indicates trans fat having been created. (although olive oil is good for you, it's still partly unsaturated so it really shouldn't be heated to a high temperature like during cooking. It's better than poly-unsaturated, but saturated will always be better than unsaturated fats- mono or poly.) Going BEYOND my expectations: A. Out of curiosity last night, I dabbed some coconut oil on my chapped lips as soon as I opened the jar and laid eyes on the lovely white butter in front of me. This morning, as I'm writing this review, I lick my lips and feel that my lips are now smooth, soft, and not chapped at all! I am so amazed! That has never happened; it's like magic! B. I just read that coconut oil may help to prevent and treat dementia and Alzheimer's. I am going to tell my parents immediately! If I could give ten stars, I would!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2012 by Karen
Size: 54 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
This is my preferred choice for cooking. I even use it in my coffee, although it's not as flavorful as I would prefer. Others in the household say they can taste the coconut flavor, so that's probably a me thing. I've been using this brand for a while and never any complaints
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2026 by BethG58
Size: 54 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)
Great product, fast ship. We use it in almost everything we cook, and here are 80 ways to use it. Personal Hygiene/Body: 1. Moisturizer – simply scoop some out of the jar and apply all over your body, including neck and face. 2. Eye cream – apply under the eyes to reduce puffiness, bags, and wrinkles. Use on the lids in the evening. 3. Pre-shave – coconut oil will prep skin for the pending damage caused by shaving. 4. Aftershave – coconut oil will help heal your skin after shaving without clogging pores. 5. Deodorant – coconut oil alone can be used as a deodorant, but even more effective in combination with cornstarch/arrowroot powder and baking soda! 6. Hair Conditioner/Deep Treatment - use as a leave in hair conditioner by applying a teaspoon of coconut oil to your ends and then running your fingers through your hair to distribute the rest! For a deeper treatment, rub in a tablespoon of coconut oil onto your dry scalp and gently work through to the ends. Put a shower cap on to prevent transfer onto bed linens and leave on overnight. 7. Hair Gel/Defrizzer – rub a little between your palms and either scrunch into hair (for curly hair) or finger comb in through from scalp to ends (for wavy/straight hair). 8. Toothpaste – there are numerous recipes out there but I just mix coconut oil and baking soda and dab a little of the mix on my toothbrush. 9. Make up remover – use a cotton swab and a dab of coconut oil and you would be amazed at how well it works! 10. Chapstick – just rub a little into lips and it not only acts as a softening agent but it also has an SPF of about 4 so you get a little protection! 11. Massage Oil – pretty simple; grab some and rub! 12. Lubricant – it is an all natural, perfectly safe personal lubricant. Not compatible with latex! 13. Sunscreen 14. Stretch Mark Cream – coconut oil is great at nourishing damaged skin. It may not be the magic stretch mark cure but it will help. 15. Nipple Cream – works great to nourish cracked, sore, or dry nipples. Apply to a cotton ball and leave on your nipples between feedings. 16. Diaper salve – very comforting on a rash bum with no harsh chemicals. Also safe for cloth diapers. 17. Cradle cap – having issues with dry skin on your baby’s scalp? Coconut oil will not only nourish your baby’s skin, it also helps eliminate cradle cap. Just rub a teaspoon onto scalp daily. 18. Body scrub – mix coconut oil and sugar together and rub all over! Rinse off and your skin will be super soft! You can add in essential oils if you would like a specific smell. 19. Healing - when applied on scrapes and cuts, coconut oil forms a thin, chemical layer which protects the wound from outside dust, bacteria and virus. Coconut oil speeds up the healing process of bruises by repairing damaged tissues. Plus, it smells a heck-of-a-lot better than anything from the pharmacy. 20. Bug Bites – when applied directly to a bug bite, coconut oil can stop the itching and burning sensation as well as hasten the healing process. 21. Skin problems – coconut oil relieves skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema. 22. Swimmers Ear – mix garlic oil and coconut oil and put a few drops in affected ear for about 10 minutes. Do this 2-3 times a day and it usually works within one or two days. General Health and Wellness 23. Stress Relief - relieve mental fatigue by applying coconut oil to the head in a circular, massaging motion. The natural aroma of coconuts is extremely soothing thus helping to lower your stress level. 24. Digestion - the saturated fats in coconut oil have anti-bacterial properties that help control, parasites, and fungi that cause indigestion and other digestion related problems such as irritable bowel syndrome. The fat in coconut oil also aids in the absorption of vitamins, minerals and amino acids, making you healthier all around. 25. Fitness - coconut oil has been proven to stimulate your metabolism, improve thyroid function, and escalate energy levels, all of which help decrease your unwanted fat, while increasing muscle. 26. Nose bleeds - coconut oil can prevent nose bleeding that is caused by sensitivity to weather such as extreme hotness and extreme coldness. This condition happens when the nasal passages become dry because of cold or dry air resulting to burns and cracks in the mucus membranes so bleeding happens. To prevent this just put coconut oil in you nostrils. Coat your finger with coconut oil and then lie down and coat your finger inside your nose. Doing this will strengthen and protect the capillaries in the nasal passages. A Vitamin C supplement will also help prevent nose bleeding. 27. For breastfeeding moms, consuming 3 ½ tablespoons of coconut oil daily will enrich your milk supply. 28. Helps with weight loss & controlling cravings. 29. Helps keep blood sugar levels stable and/or helps with cravings in those with diabetes. Health Problems (that coconut oil is known for aiding, relieving, or even curing when taken internally) 30. Eczema – in addition to taking it internally, many have success applying it externally, some don't 31. Skin problems 32. Toenail fungus 33. Hot flashes 34. Bleeding hemorrhoids (can also be applied externally twice a day) 35. HIV 36. Head lice 37. Improvements in menstruation regarding pain/cramps and heavy blood flow 38. Migraines (with regular use) 39. Mononucleosis 40. Parasites 41. Thrush 42. Relieve gallbladder pain 43. Has helped some people improve symptoms of an underactive thyroid gland, results have shown subsequent thyroid blood tests becoming normal 44. Energy boost 45. Flaky, dry skin 46. May relieve acid reflux and indigestion when taken with each meal 47. Adrenal fatigue 48. Alzheimers 49. H. pylori 50. Candida albicans 51. Asthma, even in children 52. Autism 53. Cholesterol - improves HDL ('good' cholesterol) to LDL ('bad' cholesterol) ratio in people with high cholesterol 54. Chronic fatigue 55. Circulation/feeling cold all the time 56. Stronger immune system 57. Mental Clarity 58. Depression 59. Helps with inflammation in Crohns Health Problems (that coconut oil is known for aiding, relieving, or even curing when applied topically) 60. Athletes foot 61. Back pain/sore muscles 62. Canker sores 63. Acne 64. Cellulite 65. Herpes (applied topically and taken internally) 66. Genital warts (through topical application over 6 weeks, and coconut oil enemas twice a day depending on the location of the warts) 67. Circumcision healing – although I am personally against circumcision, I have read that coconut oil is a really great healer for this. Cooking 68. Use 1 cup to 1 cup ratio when replacing other oils/butter in recipes with coconut oil. 69. Replacement for butter/lard/Crisco/PAM in it’s solid form – greasing pans, pie crusts, etc. 70. Replacement for various oils in liquid form – baking, cooking, sautéing, etc. 71. Nutritional supplement – melt and add to smoothies. Other Uses 72. Insect repellent – mix coconut oil with peppermint oil extract and rub it all over exposed skin. Keeps insects off better than anything with Deet! Tons safer too. 73. Great for dogs and cats for general wellness. Just add a teaspoon to their water bowl daily. 74. Goo Gone - just mix equal parts coconut oil and baking soda into a paste. Apply to the “sticky” area and let it set for a minute. Then scrub off with an old toothbrush or the scrubby side of a sponge. 75. Chewing Gum in Hair Remover – just rub some coconut oil over the stuck chewing gum, leave in for about 30 minutes, then roll the gum between your fingertip. Voila! It’s out! 76. Polish Furniture - coconut oil with a little bit of lemon juice to polish wood furniture. However, I recommend you test it first on a very small, unobtrusive part of your furniture to make sure it works the way you’d like. 77. Polishing Bronze - all you have to do is rub a little oil into a cotton towel and then wipe down the statue. It cleans and helps deepen the color of your bronze. 78. Seasoning animal hide drums 79. Seasoning cookware 80. Moisturizing and cleaning leather products Had a smartie send me a ugly comment about it not helping Alzheimer's. Well this was on facebook CBN News Coconut Oil Touted as Alzheimer's Remedy: Steve Newport's Alzheimer's has slowed considerably over the years. Some of his symptoms even reversed, thanks to the unlikely treatment prescribed by his wife, a physician. Dr. Newport became determined to help her husband after the severity of his disease was discovered through an Alzheimer's test in which the person being tested is asked to draw a picture of a clock. When she tried a new coconut oil regime, in only 3 weeks she began to reverse the signs of Alzheimer's. "He was not able to run. He was able to run again," she recalled. "He could not read for about a year and a half, but after two or three months he was able to read." "Instead of being very sluggish, not talking very much in the morning, he would come out in the morning with energy, talkative, and joking, and he could find his water and his utensils," Dr. Newport said. MUST SEE: [...]
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Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2014 by jrentrop
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)
I was almost put off using coconut oil entirely, after purchasing another brand (I think NOW was it, but different packaging). It came hard as a rock, yellow-looking and smelled pretty foul (almost sickly-sweet) - certainly nothing like coconut. I literally was chipping it out of the jar, and melting it was near impossible. Eventually, I realized that I was dealing with rancid oil, so it's pretty fortunate that I didn't use it all that often. Yuck. After watching a view Youtube videos for hair care, I noticed everyone's was white, creamy and you could easily scoop it out of the jar, so I decided to give it another shot and purchased Nutiva in February 2011. I'm so glad I did, too, because this stuff is great and for a number of things, some of which caught me off guard. - Cooking - I enjoy cooking with it now and then, especially with my quick-fix quesadillas when I don't have time to cook anything else. However, it doesn't work on everything due to the subtle yet nutty flavor it can give, but I do like it for frying. Your place will smell like coconut when you fry with it, as a warning. I do love how fast it heats up, though. - Hair - I originally intended to use this for hair and as a deep conditioning mask. I am biracial, with 3A/3b and a tinge of 3C hair. While I usually prefer to have it relaxed, I decided to give it a break due to lack of funds. The hard water we have here has been wreaking havoc on my hair and it's been in need of a trim for a while, but this stuff has greatly improved things, and it even can be used (lightly) to help tame frizz to some degree as a leave-in. My ringlets are back and the best-looking they've been since I can remember, and all I've been using since then is just Aphogee Green Tea spray, coconut oil and occasional argan oil. - Skin - I consistently use this on my body and at night as skin cream. For the face, you only need a tiny, tiny amount. It also helps to tame down blemishes, which is a bonus, and leaves skin glowy. Last year or the year before, I also developed what looked like flesh-colored moles, which I thought were blemishes at first, but I can't be certain. Nothing I did would get rid of them though, until I started using the oil, which I found odd, but at least it worked! All in all, my skin has dramatically improved using this, with the help of some other products, and I don't feel I have to wear foundation. - Pets - I give 1/2 tbls. to my cats and 1 tbls. to my dog a few times a week to help maintain their coats and keep their skin nice. It seems to be doing great and they've stopped driving me mental with scratching. I also tried it in hopes of helping my dog with her seizures. While it's not a drastic improvement, they have been fewer in between, which may or may not have a connection. I just mix it in their food maybe 2-3 days a week (ask your vet about how often, especially if they have health problems), and they love it. Even my female cat, who's picky about what she'll eat licks at the oil before she munches away. - Warts - Short of the suspicious-looking things on my face at one point, I don't get moles, warts, or even freckles. However, I did get one whopping wart on the top of my big toe last year, which nothing would get rid of. I tried apple cider vinegar, wart patches and gels - you name it; I tried it. Not only did it hurt like crazy and work slowly, but it never got rid of it. All I did get was a scar and a lot of grief, only for it to return a few weeks later. When I started using coconut oil on the skin, I realized one day, like with my face, that my wart that had grown back was getting smaller. I kept watching it and finally realized the connection. I started using bandaids and applied a glob of oil on the spot before bed and then really started noticing results. This wart was the size of a chick pea (sorry to be gross lol), but now you can't see anything. I finally looked things up and realized that it was the acid in the oil that attacks lipid-coated virus cells, such as what's associated with HPV (warts), so I guess it makes sense. I was surprised though! I can tell due to the texture of the skin that it's not 100% gone (roots), but it still getting better and I'm not embarrassed anymore. It took about a month, but the more painful options took just as long and this is pain-free. So, it's something to try! Love this stuff and can't stop raving about it. I'm going to purchase more soon in this size to keep one in my kitchen and one in my bathroom again, plus a larger one for the mutts. The bathroom one still has plenty in it, despite me using it near-daily.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2011 by Lazychick
Size: 15 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)
This is a good deal for the price. A jar of coconut oil at my local grocery store is $10. So two jars for $15 is a great savings. I wanted two jars so I could have one to cook with/eat and one to use for the body. Coconut oil in itself is a solid at room temperature. It becomes a liquid at 76 degrees. When it comes shipped to you, it will likely be a solid, especially if it is fall or winter and you live in the north. I bought this because it is organic and cold pressed. Coconut oil is a great product. I started reading about it when my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. There is information out there that says it can help delay or reverse Alzheimer's. Do your own research on that if you have a family member with Alzheimer's. I would like to prevent the chance of getting Alzheimer's so this will be a product that will be in my house for years to come. Your body does not metabolize coconut oil like it does other oils. Calorie-for-calorie, it is not the same as eating a tablespoon of olive or vegetable oil. It goes straight to your live and goes where needed, it is not stored as fat to turn into fat. Sometimes I just eat a tablespoon of the oil in the morning - it makes me feel full so I eat less during the day, and makes gives me some energy. The taste of the product is pleasant. You have to get used to downing the oil - some people may have issues with the texture of eating it straight. If you add it to a smoothie that has ice in it, it will curdle...which can also cause texture issues. So if you add it to a smoothie, add it before adding anything cold and mixing it. I have added a little chocolate to a tablespoon of oil, froze and then eaten it. It is pretty good, and the texture is better than just downing it. For the body, coconut oil is great for your hair. You need to put it in your hair, let it sit for 30 minutes and then wash it twice to get all the oil out of it. You could cover your hair with a cap and then heat the hair on low for 15 minutes to speed up the process. It will make your hair smooth and healthier. It needs to sit on your head for 30 minutes so it can have time to open the cuticle and penetrate the cuticle. Since I started using coconut oil in my hair, my hair is much smoother, shinier and healthier. I also put coconut oil on my body after coming out of the shower. I used to use a popular yellow face cream that is a 'drink for your skin', but find that I much prefer the coconut oil to moisturize my face and body. It is also a good natural lubricant in the bedroom. :D Instead of using vegetable or olive oil when popping your popcorn, use coconut oil instead. The oil is much healthier for you, and you don't really taste the coconut. I much prefer the flavor of the coconut oil. Add a little salt and you are good to go. I have bought the brand at my local grocery store, and it is also organic and cold-pressed - I don't notice much difference between the two as far as flavor or quality. I think both are a good product. Just be sure to buy coconut oil that is organic and cold-pressed when buying coconut oil. I think this is a great brand. As far as ordering and shipping - ordering was easy, it shipped in its own box and came to me the next day. I was very satisfied with that process.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2013 by Vicki Nelson