Many 'internet health gurus' tout the benefits of coconut oil. Type it into any search engine and you'll be flooded with articles claiming it controls sugar cravings; helps you lose weight; boosts your metabolism, prevents the degenerative diseases of ageing and more! This month's Foodwatch Newsletter investigates.
On the face of it this looks like a simple question but the reality is a bit more complicated. There are different types of coconut fat and the number of studies is small. Take a look at the October Foodwatch Newsletter as I try to clarify the situation for you.
I give you a heads up on my new look, downloadable free fact sheets; round up the #5aDayChallenge and tell you where you can find more info on coconut products on the Foodwatch website. So take a look and remember, while you can read it on the web, why not subscribe here and have it delivered to your Inbox on the last Tuesday of every month?
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