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Source:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/2...ence-between-virgin-extra-virgin-coconut-oil/
Overview
Coconut oil has become associated with an increasing range of health benefits. Dr Bruce Fife, author of "The Coconut Oil Miracle," considers it the healthiest oil on earth, especially as an aid to reducing cardiovascular risk and helping with weight loss. As more brands hit the shelves, consumers are increasingly having to choose between virgin coconut oil and extra virgin coconut oil. Frankly, the distinction is meaningless.
Virgin Coconut Oil
Virgin coconut oil a product pressed from fresh coconut meat by purely mechanical means. In comparison, non-virgin oils may come from dried coconut meat, extracted with chemicals and then bleached to sanitize the oils. The bleaching becomes necessary because the dried meat, or copra, may be stored in poor conditions.
Extra Virgin
Unlike olive oil -- whose "extra virgin" label denotes a better quality product and commands a higher price -- no such distinction exists in the coconut oil industry. The addition of an "extra virgin" label to virgin coconut oil remains a marketing gimmick, rather than an indication of the oil quality.
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http://www.livestrong.com/article/2...irgin-extra-virgin-coconut-oil/#ixzz1WMA9189E
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