Fats & Oils

Contrary to conventional wisdom and previous nutritional orthodoxy, fats are an important part of the diet, but not all fats have the same effects on health. Our articles discuss the health and beauty benefits and uses of both healthy (coconut oil, olive oil, MCT oil, etc.) and non-healthy (canola oil) fats and oils.

20 Coconut Oil Benefits for Your Brain, Heart, Joints + More!

To date, there are over 1,500 studies proving coconut oil to be one of the healthiest foods on the planet. Coconut oil uses and benefits go beyond what most people realize, as coconut oil — ...

15 Omega-3 Foods Your Body Needs Now

Omega-3s are “essential” fatty acids because the body isn't capable of producing them on its own. Therefore, we must rely on omega-3 foods in our diets to supply these extremely beneficial compounds. There are actually three ...

77 Coconut Oil Uses: for Food, Body & Skin Care, Household + More

Coconut oil might just be the most versatile health food on the planet, so much so that I consider it a top superfood. Not only is it my favorite cooking oil, but coconut oil uses ...

6 Health Benefits of MCT Oil, Including for Weight Loss

“MCTs” are medium-chain triglycerides, a form of saturated fatty acid that has numerous health benefits, ranging from improved cognitive function to better weight management. Coconut oil is one great source of MCTs — roughly 62 ...

How Is Canola Oil Bad for You? Plus 4 Substitutes

Is canola oil good or bad for you? When it comes to canola oil, some people view it as a healthy food while others avoid it at all costs. When there are two extremely passionate ...

Caprylic Acid: The Saturated Fat that Fights Candida, Infections & Acne

Caprylic acid is a type of beneficial saturated fatty acid that has antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s been linked to prevention of urinary tract infections, bladder infections, Candida, sexually transmitted diseases, oral infections ...

Fats & Oils

20 Coconut Oil Benefits for Your Brain, Heart, Joints + More!

15 Omega-3 Foods Your Body Needs Now

77 Coconut Oil Uses: for Food, Body & Skin Care, Household + More

6 Health Benefits of MCT Oil, Including for Weight Loss

How Is Canola Oil Bad for You? Plus 4 Substitutes

Caprylic Acid: The Saturated Fat that Fights Candida, Infections & Acne

Top 8 Healthy Cooking Oils (Plus, the Ones to Avoid Entirely)

Rice Bran Oil: Versatile Healthy Fat or Inflammatory Cooking Oil?

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