Cooking Oils

Frequently Asked Questions

Swapping out unhealthy cooking oils for healthy oils is a smart, simple way to improve your overall health and wellness.

What is the healthiest cooking oil?

There are many unhealthy and healthy oils. However, instead of using vegetable oil or olive oil, you can use coconut oil. Coconut oil contains healthy fats and comes with a host of other potential health benefits, such as improving cholesterol, killing bacteria, and boosting metabolism. Even though coconut oil is high in saturated fat, not all saturated fats are bad for you, especially when they can also provide you with other health benefits that unhealthy cooking oil can’t. Another healthy cooking oil is MCT oil, which is similar to coconut oil. However, MCT oil should only be used for low to medium heat. MCT oil and coconut oil both contain healthy fats.

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What are the benefits of coconut and MCT oil?

Coconut oil and MCT oil are very similar. However, they are made of different fatty acids. MCT oil is made from medium-chain fatty acids, and coconut oil is made from medium and long-chain fatty acids. Coconut oil benefits may include supporting energy levels, contributing to mental cognition, and supporting a healthy metabolism. Similarly, MCT oil benefits include supporting brain function, boosting energy levels, and aiding in weight loss.

What are the benefits of apple cider vinegar?

Apple cider vinegar makes a great substitute for salad dressing, and you can use it on everything from vegetables to chicken to give them more flavor. Raw apple cider vinegar contains natural probiotics which can improve gut health and support a healthy immune system. However, there is much anecdotal evidence that apple cider vinegar can help you detox and feel more energized throughout the day while aiding in weight loss. Unfortunately, many of these stories are yet to be validated by science, so more research is needed.

What we do know about apple cider vinegar is that it can promote a healthy gut and contains antioxidants to help prevent cell damage. You can use apple cider from a bottle or get apple cider vinegar supplements through our supplement subscription.