Cold-pressed coconut oil Extra Virgin as the basis of life, properties

Discover the extraordinary versatility of coconut oil! Rich in beneficial fatty acids, including lauric acid which boosts immunity and acts as a potent antibacterial, antivirus, and antifungal agent.

From kitchen staple to first aid essential and beyond, coconut oil excels in culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic applications, offering benefits for skin, hair, teeth, and even pets. Energize your lifestyle with the natural power of coconut oil!

It includes primarily:

Saturated fatty acids – about 93%

• auric acid – about 44-51%
• myristic acid – about 13-18%
• palmitic acid – about 8-12%
• caprylic acid – about 7%
• caproic acid – about 6%
• stearic acid – about 3%

Unsaturated fatty acids

• monounsaturated – oleic acid (Omega-9) – about 6.5%, 
• polyunsaturated – linoleic acid (Omega-6) – about 1.5%.

Lauric acid

Coconut oil is rich in lauric acid (44-51%) which appears only in coconut milk or breast milk. Lauric acid is responsible for enhancing body's immunity and famous for its highly strong antibacterial, antivirus and antifungal functions. Thanks to lauric acid, coconut oil might be without a doubt defined as a natural antibiotic that does not damage the intestinal flora.

Shelf life

Due to low content of unsaturated fatty acids (oxidizing fatty acids), coconut oil is not prone to going rancid. As the only cold-pressed oil, it has such a long shelf life - it can mature up to 2 years, and even longer if it is kept in a cool and shaded place.

Metabolism

It contains triglycerides (MCT) which are quickly metabolized by the organism and turned into energy. It is not stored in the form of body fat and, additionally, speeds up metabolism and regulates bowel movement which is helpful when fighting additional kilos. It improves the intake of calcium, magnesium and other nutrients (indispensable in the case of anemia, etc.).
It is suitable for vegetarians, as well as those who are allergic to dairy products and gluten. It is hypoallergenic.

Cholesterol, sclerosis

Coconut oil is beneficial to the heart and the cardiovascular system by decreasing the level of bad LDL cholesterol and therefore reducing the risk of sclerosis.

Physical state

Coconut oil appears in the solid state up to about 25° C, and in the liquid state above that temperature. Its fundamental state affects neither flavour nor quality of the product. In order to prolong its shelf life, it should be stored in a dry, cool place and not exposed to direct sunlight.

Exemplary applications:

In the kitchen

• perfect as a healthy spread on bread (it does not contain cholesterol or trans fats)
• to fry in high temperatures (it has a high smoke point - above 200 °C)
• to bake and prepare desserts
• to use in fruit cocktails (high content of vitamins and minerals)

In the first aid kit at home

• has anti-cholesterol effect
• to fight colds and upper respiratory diseases
• to strengthen the body– e.g. to fight anaemia, to use in the periods of higher risks of coming down with any illness
• for those fighting obesity – it does not add up to the body fat and speeds up metabolism
• for allergy sufferers – mitigates hay fever (can be applied into the nostrils)
• to fight skin infections – hypoallergenic for those fighting with psoriasis, skin disease, eczema, dandruff, acne
• for thyroid
• for those fighting diseases of the nervous system (Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis)

Cosmetic use

• highly moisturizing and nourishing properties– perfect as balsam, also helpful when fighting stretch marks and cellulite
• rich in antioxidants, fighting free radicals that cause the skin to age - a perfect cream for wrinkles
• due to its antiseptic and antibacterial properties, it facilitates the healing process of slow-healing wounds (burns, scrapes; good for diabetics)
• perfect to pamper babies – safe, natural (to nurse nappy rashes, as a delicate nourishing and protecting cream, to bathe and pamper the skin)
• the only product that breast-feeding women may use to protect their breast and nipples
• soothing in the case of sunburns, bug bites
• anti-acne as well as suitable for those fighting eczema - it does not cause allergies
• to pamper hair - used as a moisturizing and nourishing mask that strengthens hair structure making it soft and shiny, it also improves hair ends and hair roots so that so that hair falling is decreased; also useful when fighting dandruff
• to protect teeth - instead of mouthwash - it strengthens enamel, mineralizes, protects gums and whitens teeth
• for make-up removal – helps remove make-up efficiently, does not cause allergies
• for eye make-up removal – it does not irritate and, moreover, it does improves lashes
• perfect to nurture mucous membrane irritation of intimate body regions and can be used as a gel for intimate hygiene
• used as a principal ingredient of the home-made deodorant
• can be used as a massage-oil
• can be used as a sunbathing oil (sun protection factor SPF 4-6)
• can be used as a bathing oil

For sportspersons

Coconut oil gives energy to increase maximize sports results, as it contains mid-chain fatty acids, which are quickly converted in the liver and absorbed in the form of energy, as well as completely burned and not being stored as fat.
Studies have shown that due to its easiness of being absorbed, coconut oil helps stimulate metabolism.
Coconut oil is easily digested and absorbed which makes it a perfect product to supplement the energy after sports efforts.

For animals

All the benefits from using coconut oil may be transferred into the world of our pets, thus, coconut oil will be useful in case of:

• skin diseases,
• hair and fur care,
• metabolism enhancing (body weight control),
• digestion and vitality improvement, 
• rich source of antioxidants and nutrients,
• antifungal effects, 
• antibacterial properties