frequently asked questions

1. How does coconut oil come about?What is cold-pressed virgin coconut oil?

The coconut tree is known as the ‘tree of life’ because it is very rich in nutrients, especially coconut oil. Coconut oil is extracted from coconut meat, the most common of which is cold pressing, which is the pressing of fresh coconut meat at low temperatures. “Virgin” means that coconut oil is first pressed from fresh coconut meat and is not “repressed”, so the ingredients are particularly pure.

2. What is the difference between refined oil and cold-pressed virgin oil?

Refining and cold pressing are the most commonly used methods for extracting edible oil. Although the amount of oil extracted can be greatly increased (46-50%), the production process will destroy the vitamins and minerals in the oil, and will hydrogenate fatty acids and form trans fatty acids, which will not only greatly reduce nutrition, but also endanger health. On the other hand, although the amount of oil extracted by cold pressing is smaller (~35%), the physical extraction method can preserve the nutrients in the oil and does not produce reciprocal fatty acids, so its nutritional value is much higher.

3. What is the difference between CoMed coconut oil and other brands?

Generally speaking, coconut oil in the market is cold-pressed virgin, and the origin is similar. However, CoMed coconut oil is pressed and centrifuge to reduce the moisture to 0.08%, so it is extremely pure and retains the natural phytochemicals and original aroma. 99% of coconut oil in the market has undergone high-temperature evaporation of water, and even decolorization and deodorization, which is poor in purity and quality.

4. Is coconut oil eaten or coated?

The most common applications of coconut oil are skin sensitivity and eczema, which has led some people to misunderstand that coconut oil is only for external application. In fact, coconut oil can be said to be a versatile cooking oil, which can be extremely beneficial to the body whether applied or consumed. In the South Pacific, residents have been using coconut as a staple food for generations, coconut oil as cooking oil and skin care.

5. How to take coconut oil? If I use coconut oil, can I fry it at high temperatures?

Coconut oil can be used as a substitute for cooking oil. In addition to daily cooking methods, coconut oil can also be used as salad oil. If you don’t like the smell of coconut, you can pour coconut oil on a wok and heat it to get rid of the coconut smell. In addition, coconut oil is also suitable for stir-frying at high temperatures, as it contains about 92% saturated fatty acids, has a very stable structure, and will not oxidize into unhealthy trans fats even at high temperatures. A small number of people even drink coconut oil directly to promote their health.

6. How do you preserve coconut oil?

Coconut oil is stable and therefore does not need to be refrigerated, it is still fresh at room temperature for two to three years, and it will last longer if it is kept in a cool place. At temperatures below 24 degrees Celsius, it is normal for coconut oil to transform from a liquid into a white solid.

7. How does coconut oil help you lose weight?

Coconut oil for weight loss from 3 ways. First, coconut oil can speed up metabolism and make fat burning faster. Second, coconut oil is nature’s only low-calorie fat (6.8/g) in fatty acids, which are consumed faster than its baby fat. Thirdly, coconut oil is full of satiety, and if added to the diet, it can help reduce the amount of food eaten and achieve the goal of weight loss.

8. What are the disadvantages of cooking oil in daily life?Should I cut back on my consumption?

The main cooking oils we use in our daily life are vegetable oils (peanut oil, corn oil, canola oil, etc.), which are mainly polyunsaturated fats. Recent studies have shown that unsaturated fats can damage cell membranes, promote peroxidation, and form trans fats after frying at high temperatures, which is not good for health. In addition, these oils contain a lot of Omega-6, which has pro-inflammatory properties. Therefore, we should reduce the intake of seed oil and choose coconut oil, animal oil and fruit oil (e.g. olive oil, avocado), etc.

9. Isn’t it greasy to apply coconut oil?

No. The fatty acid molecules of coconut oil are much smaller than other oils, and even when applied to the skin, they are quickly absorbed and not greasy at all. Simply apply a thin layer of coconut oil to the skin, then gently massage it into a dire finish. Coconut oil is also an ideal mask to apply to your face before going to bed and wash off the next morning.