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Extra Virgin Coconut Oil

Low concern

Coconut oil is a conventional food fat high in saturated fatty acids. The American Heart Association advises against coconut oil for cardiovascular health based on its saturated fat content.

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What it is

Cold-pressed oil from fresh coconut meat (Cocos nucifera).

Cooking oil and ingredient in baked goods and confections.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"We advise against the use of coconut oil. Coconut oil is 82% saturated fat, more than butter."

"Coconut oil isn't healthy and never was, the American Heart Association advised in a recent advisory."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS conventional food fat.

European Union — EFSA

Permitted conventional food.

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