Paleo diet?

[Catrin]

The fact that your jar of it doesn't list a temperatue doesn't mean much in my opinion, as every oil has a smoke point. However, the temp listed on Dogmama is admittedly lower than the 350 degrees that I've routinely seen listed for unrefined/virgin/extra virgin coconut oil. That's the same smoke point as butter for a frame of reference, and it's lower than some oils, including most olive oils and canola oil. Again, the more unrefined an oil is, the lower the smoke point.

I was referring to the research/reading I've done on the nature of coconut oil and other oils, not what was on my jar Sorry about any confusion.

[indysteel]

I was referring to the research/reading I've done on the nature of coconut oil and other oils, not what was on my jar Sorry about any confusion.

Perhaps I'm not understanding what's contradictory in your research from what Dogmama shared. I, too, have read that coconut oil doesn't break down at high heat but that doesn't mean that it doesn't still have a smoke point. Even if it doesn't break down per se, it's flavor will arguably change as it gets past its smoke point. I, personally, would not use coconut oil for certain applications. For instance, I likely wouldn't use it to sear meat.

[Catrin]

I think perhaps we were talking about different things which led to a disconnect on my end. So, in the words Rosanna Dana... "never mind"

[indysteel]

I think perhaps we were talking about different things which led to a disconnect on my end. So, in the words Rosanna Dana... "never mind"

Okie doke. Sorry if I chimed in unnecessarily.

[westtexas]

From Mark's Daily Apple

"Expeller Pressed Refined Coconut Oil - There’s that word: “refined.” Not so bad when you’re talking 16-year single barrel Scotch, monocles, The New Yorker, and finely oiled mustaches, but extremely suspicious when you’re talking edible fats. Most refined oils are processed using chemical solvents like hexane, some of which may show up in the finished product. Expeller pressed coconut oil, however, is physically processed. They literally press the coconut flesh to squeeze out the oil.

Refined coconut oil doesn’t taste like coconut, thanks to the deodorizing steam-treatment it receives. If you want that coconut flavor, go for virgin coconut oil. But if you’re doing a stir-fry, cooking up some eggs, maybe oven baking some sweet potato fries, and you don’t want everything to taste like Thai food, expeller-pressed coconut oil is a fantastic choice. It’s more resistant to high heat than virgin coconut oil, too, making it the go-to fat for those times you want to cook something on high.

The other benefits of coconut oil, like the medium chain triglyceride content, are not affected by the refining process. They remain intact and present.



Read more: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/is-it-primal-paleo-bread-braggs-liquid-aminos-psyllium-fiber-and-other-foods-scrutinized/#ixzz25YWsOcZg"

I've always used unrefined virgin coconut oil, but I will probably go with the expeller pressed kind next time because I seriously dislike the flavor of coconut oil.

[Catrin]

Thanks Westtexas, THIS was what I was thinking of regarding coconut oil - I had forgotten that it was referencing refined, not virigin. I do like the mouth feel of the virgin - and my cookware is lower temp stainless steel anyway. I do want to try the refined when I restock my coconut oil supply.

Have you tried Walnut or Avocado oil for cooking?

On an unrelated note - my weight is now lower than it has been in 2 years I still have the same calorie targets but as I eat more good fats and keep my carbs low - my weight is slowly dropping. It is under 130 for the first time since I was over-doing things in 2010 - AND I am not having to kill myself to do it. I feel very good, my energy levels are fine. I've been told that it will go faster if I drop my carbs even lower, but right now I am happy with my rate of progress given my activity level. Getting enough sleep is still hard - and that is part of the process as well.

[Sky King]

Just one note of caution on coconut oil, as with any food, make sure you aren't allergic to coconut (I happen to be allergic to coconut and to soy) if you aren't certain, a good naturopath will be able to help you