Is coconut oil good for you?

Many health experts classify coconut oil as a "super food" because of its many health benefits. Parts of the world that consume high amounts of coconut and coconut oil maintain great health and rarely succumb to heart disease.

The fatty acids found in coconut oil are able to kill harmful pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, which helps to prevent infections. Coconut oil has also shown the ability to reduce appetite, helping people to consume fewer calories and maintain healthier weights. There are also studies that show that coconut oil helps to reduce the risk factors for heart disease, and other studies that show consuming coconut oil can help ease the symptoms of Alzheimer's.