ESTHER BENJAMIN writes on fun facts about coconut oil. COCONUT oil comes from the coconut fruit. It contains medium chain fatty acids, including capric acid, caprylic acid and lauric acid.

You shouldn't apply coconut oil to sunburn because it can trap heat on your skin. Coconut oil can prolong painful inflammation and is too thick to be an effective moisturizer. If you're going ...

Coconut milk is a milky white liquid that is extracted by grating the pulp of mature coconuts. The opacity and rich flavor you will love are thanks to the high oil content, most of which is ...

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