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Functional Foods/Nutraceuticals - Coconut

Recommendations and Evidence

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  1. Coconut Oil Effect on Weight Loss and Satiety
  2. Health Effects of Coconut Milk 


1. Coconut Oil Effect on Weight Loss and Satiety
Recommendation
Evidence does not support the use of coconut oil for weight loss or improved satiety in adults.

Evidence Summary
Data from a systematic review of 16 clinical trials suggests that coconut oil in comparison to non-tropical oils (e.g. soybean, olive, safflower and canola oils) has no effect on body weight, waist circumference,

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