Coconut Oil

dalh
dalh Posts: 82 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I've been hearing good things about coconut oil lately. How it helps you burn fat etc and that you should consume 3 or 4 tbsp of it per day. Any ideas on how to do that without actually eating it from the jar? lol I tried stir frying shrimp in it today and found that it just left a waxy coating on the shrimp, once it was cooled, and I think the majority of the oil congealed in the pan. Any good ideas?
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  • moustache_flavored_lube
    moustache_flavored_lube Posts: 849 Member
    I use it for cooking with. IMHO 3-4tbsp is a lot of oil especially one with saturated fats.

    I have also heard of it being used in coffee (bullet proof coffee)
  • Ghkffb56
    Ghkffb56 Posts: 263 Member
    i put it in my oatmeal .. lol or eat it from the jar >.>... sometimes put it in my tea...
  • SnicciFit
    SnicciFit Posts: 967 Member
    I fry my eggs in it (but I use the refined for this because I don't care for coconut flavored eggs).
  • Lesa_Sass
    Lesa_Sass Posts: 2,213 Member
    I bought a huge jar of it because it is supposed to be so good for you. I am now using it as moisturizer because I do not like cooking with it. Husband likes it on popcorn.
  • Keiras_Mom
    Keiras_Mom Posts: 844 Member
    I tried it without counting the calories as they are supposed to help with metabolism and I stalled immediately. I still use the coconut oil sometimes because I like the flavor (shrimp stirfry-yum!) but I make sure to log the calories.
  • dalh
    dalh Posts: 82 Member
    Adding it to coffee is a good suggestion, thank you, but I don't drink coffee. And from what I have read, the sat fat in coconut oil is not harmful as it is in other vegetable oils :) Here is one article....http://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/organic-coconut-oil/health-benefits-of-coconut-oil.html

    Adding it to oatmeal is brilliant, I will def try that, thanks. And using it for eggs, as well :)
  • gpizzy
    gpizzy Posts: 171
    I cook with it - love it! I've put it on my skin (including face) LOVE it! You smell good, and your skin literally looks amazing.
  • glassxxballerina
    glassxxballerina Posts: 48
    It's a little tricky once it solidifies. I bought it to substitute for shortening, and have since used it to replace butter when I'm in a pinch.
  • dalh
    dalh Posts: 82 Member
    I bought a huge bottle of coconut oil as well....my daughter has seborrheic dermatitis in her hair. I'm hoping that this might be a miracle cure lol
  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,223 Member
    It's a medium chain triglyceride and it's not stored as adipose tissue like most other fats are and instead used as immediate energy, so basically the thermic effect of medium vs long chain fatty acids is different and why some are inclined to say that it helps burn fat but in reality it's used up before it gets a chance to be stored.
  • rm7161
    rm7161 Posts: 505
    It's great stuff. Fairly inexpensive at Trader Joe's.

    I use it mainly to substitute for baking with shortening and sauteeing in vegetable oil, and I use it in curry and stirfry. It stands up to heat very well.

    3-4 tablespoons seems a bit much however. I just fit it into my macro for fat.
  • akrnrunner
    akrnrunner Posts: 117 Member
    Ive been using it for awhile. I pretty much cook everything with it. Ive also started baking with it instead of butter. I use it as a moisturizer (on my face too... only use a tiny little bit... a little goes along way!!!) and give it to the dog to help her breath and coat. I just started using in my hair as a styling product too.... :) I love the taste of it and avoid the cold pressed.
  • lizibame
    lizibame Posts: 59 Member
    I also bake with it, substituted anytime it asks for butter, oil or shortening, made naan with it last night and even though i logged the calories, no skipping here, i know it's not as bad for me as the others would have been!
  • Conniekui
    Conniekui Posts: 24
    I use it as well but only a tablespoon. Sometimes just a teaspoon, and that's for the whole day. The Trader Joes one is okay.
  • danelledawnc
    danelledawnc Posts: 14 Member
    I use, and have been using coconut oil for cooking everything in, when oil or butter is called out, for about 6 years. I use it as moisturizer, just about everything... I love it and my hubby fell in love with it after I asked if he would try it! Gluten free pancakes, brownies with coconut oil are fabulous... but then again, I use it to fry eggs in, potatoes in, you name it, I use it. But yes, we use it in place of all oils as a healthy alternative for baking, frying, cooking. Olive oil should not be used at high temps as once it meets its flash point, it turns to a transfat and since coconut oil has a very high flash point, you don't run into that issue.AND, You should only be using Unrefined Cold-Pressed. Refined, heat pressed(processing) kills nutrients. As for the waxy coating, I have never noticed it honestly... mercola.com has plenty of articles regarding coconut oil.
  • linbert57
    linbert57 Posts: 154 Member
    I don't use more than a tbsp per day. Use for frying eggs, veggies etc
  • alasin1derland
    alasin1derland Posts: 575 Member
    I was wondering if it is suppose to be in liquid form like olive oil or solid like shortening. I saw a big container at costco, it looks solid. Is anyone using the one from costco and is it considered a "good one"?
  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,223 Member
    I use, and have been using coconut oil for cooking everything in, when oil or butter is called out, for about 4 years. I love it! Gluten free pancakes in coconut oil are fabulous... but yes, we use it as a healthy alternative for "frying." Olive oil should not be used at high temps as once it meets its flash point, it turns to a transfat and since coconut oil has a very high flash point, you don't run into that issue. You should only used cold pressed unrefined as well. As for the waxy coating, I have never noticed it honestly... mercola.com has plenty of articles regarding coconut oil.
    Olive oil does not turn into trans fats when over heated, nor does any oil. Oils high in polyunsaturated fats oxidize almost immediately though, which encourages free radical activity on the cellular level, not a good thing.
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    and another one bites the dust...
  • Flowers4Julia
    Flowers4Julia Posts: 521 Member
    I put 1/2 tablespoon in my coffee along with heavy cream, blend it....turns into a "latte" like hot beverage, very smooth and satisfying!

    And, yeah, those medium chain fatty acids are sooooo good for you!
  • connie1208
    connie1208 Posts: 20
    I use it on my hair...better than conditioner..:)
  • saflows
    saflows Posts: 2
    I just take coconut oil capsules-no mixing, no cooking with it. I just take a couple of pills and I've had my coconut oil for the day!
  • Flowers4Julia
    Flowers4Julia Posts: 521 Member
    I was wondering if it is suppose to be in liquid form like olive oil or solid like shortening. I saw a big container at costco, it looks solid. Is anyone using the one from costco and is it considered a "good one"?

    I do! And yes, when the temperature of the room is colder it is more solid, in the summer in my part of the country it gets softer, easy to scoop. Easy to melt though!
  • HealthWoke0ish
    HealthWoke0ish Posts: 2,078 Member
    For a weekend treat, I cook my kids French toast with it. The French toast soaks most of it up and has a great flavor. (I usually don't eat it though because of the carbs and the sugar from the syrup.) My sister does Panko (or other breaded) Chicken with it. The crumbs soak up the oil.
  • jenluvsushi
    jenluvsushi Posts: 933 Member
    I use it on my toast...it is delicious on cinnamon raisin toast! I have also had it on shrimp and also found that they were coated after cooling which turned me off. Pretty much IMO, it needs to be in/on something that stays hot while you eat it. You could even add it to a smoothie or protein shake.
  • bluestormyrain
    bluestormyrain Posts: 1
    I was wondering if it is suppose to be in liquid form like olive oil or solid like shortening. I saw a big container at costco, it looks solid. Is anyone using the one from costco and is it considered a "good one"?

    Yes, it is supposed to be somewhat solid at room temperature. I use the non-flavor kind almost every day for cooking and the natural coconut flavor as a sugar substitute in oatmeal, hot tea, shakes, and on skin!
  • Athena98501
    Athena98501 Posts: 716 Member
    Here is my favorite way to incorporate it into a meal:

    Cut up some chicken breast (I use about 7oz) into very small pieces,
    Saute it in 1 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil (I use Nutiva Organic, found at Costco),
    Sprinkle to taste with Simply Asia Sweet Ginger Garlic Seasoning (I found that at Costco),
    Toss some raw spinach/spring mix (I use 100g) with 2 tbsp Marie's Honey Mustard Salad Dressing,
    Pour the chicken, and remaining coconut oil over salad, and mix well.

    I gave the detail I did because it is the most delicious thing I've ever eaten. I really highly recommend this dish! The amounts I gave are meant for one person, so multiply accordingly if you're serving more than one.
  • karmahunger
    karmahunger Posts: 373 Member
    I use it when I make a lot of raw foods, especially pies. It works magic.
  • alasin1derland
    alasin1derland Posts: 575 Member
    I was wondering if it is suppose to be in liquid form like olive oil or solid like shortening. I saw a big container at costco, it looks solid. Is anyone using the one from costco and is it considered a "good one"?

    I do! And yes, when the temperature of the room is colder it is more solid, in the summer in my part of the country it gets softer, easy to scoop. Easy to melt though!

    thanks
  • Sheila_Ann
    Sheila_Ann Posts: 365 Member
    I was wondering if it is suppose to be in liquid form like olive oil or solid like shortening. I saw a big container at costco, it looks solid. Is anyone using the one from costco and is it considered a "good one"?

    I saw it at Costco too. Curious to see what if anyone responds to your question.

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