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NOW Foods Organic Virgin Coconut Oil Description
Forget about the lime in the coconut. Now Real Food Organic Virgin Coconut Oil tastes and smells so good, as is so healthful and versatile, nothing else is needed to enjoy the fantastic benefits of this premium-grade nutritional oil. A cold-pressed method is used to preserve the medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) and beneficial fatty acids naturally found in coconuts. This produces an unrefined edible oil that's free of trans fats and bursting with goodness flavor.
Now Real Food Organic Virgin Coconut Oil typically has the following beneficial fatty acids per serving (natural variation may occur): Lauric Acid 6.5 g, Myristic Acid 2.4 g, Caprylic Acid 1.0 g, Capric Acid 800 mg, Oleic Acid 800 mg, Oleic Acid 800 mg and Linoleic Acid 200 mg.
Because you are what you eat, Now Real Food has been committed to providing delicious, healthy, natural and organic foods since 1968. We're independent, family owned, and proud of it. Keep it natural. Keep it real.
Directions
Our Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is delicious on its own (try a tablespoon once or twice daily with meals) and it makes an excellent addition to many recipes. Use it for cooking and baking in place of less healthy cooking oils or add it to your favorite smoothie. Use it as a spread on your favorite breads and muffins or add a subtle hint of tropical sweetness to your popcorn. However you use it, Now Real Food Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is an ideal way to add healthy fatty acids to your diet.
Free Of
Gluten and GMOs
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon
Servings per Container: About 107
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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| Calories | 120 | |
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| Calories from Fat | 120 | |
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| Total Fat | 14 g | 22% |
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| Saturated Fat | 12 g | 60% |
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| Trans Fat | 0 g | * |
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| Polyunsaturated Fat less than | 0.5 g | * |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1 g | * |
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| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
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| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
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| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
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| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
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| Sugars | 0 g | * |
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| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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| Vitamin A | | 0% |
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| Vitamin C | | 0% |
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| Calcium | | 0% |
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| Iron | | 0% |
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*Daily value not established.
Other Ingredients: Organic Virgin Coconut Oil.
Warnings
Storage Guidance: Store in a cool, dry and dark environment in tightly sealed original container. After opening, product can be refrigerated or stored at cool room temperature. Virgin Coconut Oil naturally has a highly variable composition. At temperatures be 78° the product will begin to solidify and clumps may appear. Bubbles may also appear, and may resemble dark spots. However, both are normal.
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Frozen Chocolate Banana Protein Pops
Frozen banana protein pops for breakfast? Let's think about this: You could certainly eat a banana for breakfast. And, protein powder is a standard addition to morning meals. So, by that logic, it's reasonable that you could enjoy one or two of these ice pops first thing in the morning. After all, why put off til later what you can do right now? Stop procrastinating. Eat them now!
Frozen Chocolate Banana Protein Pops
Makes 6 pops
Ingredients
¾ cup PlantFusion Chocolate Caramel Phood Protein Powder
¾ cup organic coconut oil, melted
2 large bananas, cut into three pieces each
6 popsicle sticks
Toppings
Rawmio Almond Silk Butter
Shredded coconut
Directions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Stick a popsicle stick into each banana portion. Place banana on baking sheet and let them freeze for at least one hour (overnight is better).
- In a small bowl, combine melted coconut oil and protein powder. Dip each frozen pop into the mixture, letting excess oil drip off. The chocolate will begin to freeze. Place pop back on parchment paper. Repeat process for all pops, double dipping each, if necessary.
- Place pops back in the freezer overnight to set.
- Serve frozen.
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