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Post by my3boys on Apr 7, 2015 17:57:39 GMT
Ok, I just started using coconut oil, and I'm a little hesitant about a few things.
First, do I always have to melt it before measuring? Are there times when you should measure it solid, or does it not matter? I would think it would measure differently.
Second, can you substitute it for butter and oil whenever those are called for? Tablespoon for tablespoon? Is there anything it doesn't work with/in?
Thirdly, as a supplement, what is the recommended amount? Most places I've checked say 1-4 T per day. Does this sound right?
i would really like to sub coconut oil for everything I use regular oil in. I will probably still use ex virgin olive oil for veggies and tomato based sauces and dishes.
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Post by solargeek on Apr 7, 2015 17:58:26 GMT
And adding to what she asked, does it make baked items more prone to burning? Thanks!
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Post by calliemoonbeam on Apr 8, 2015 6:33:43 GMT
Good questions! I don't have any answers, but I'd like to know too.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 8, 2015 18:37:55 GMT
Following also
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Post by feather on Apr 8, 2015 19:10:27 GMT
I'm not a specialist but I am pro-coconut oil. This is just my opinion. 1. If it is just coconut oil, and not whipped, the measurements can be solid or melted. (not for soapmaking, then it should be weighed) Whipped oil will measure differently because of the added air. 2. Why not? (sub for butter or oil) 3. No idea, but, I've seen information (anecdotal) that adding coconut oil to the diet for alzheimer's patients will improve brain function. 4. Will it cause burning? It's just oil, like shortening, and it won't burn more in baking until you reach it's smoke point (350 F). Usually a sugar or carbohydrate will burn. www.seriouseats.com/2014/05/cooking-fats-101-whats-a-smoke-point-and-why-does-it-matter.html I would guess you could bake at 325 F without a problem. I usually bake at 350 F, so I'd be careful of burning at that heat.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 8, 2015 22:26:03 GMT
1. Doesn't matter, usually I just mash it in the cup. 2. kinda yes, although there will be some differences in flavor and texture. For instance, in salad dressing it's going to get clumpy again, but it worked fine in mayo. In cooked items I think it works best as a mix with butter. Butter has a flavor that's hard to beat. 3. 1-4 T is a supplement, just be aware of the extra calories it brings to your overall diet. It's fantastic in bullet proof coffee. 4. extra virgin olive oils is fantastic for salads and dips. It's not so good if you heat it. It works well in stir fries, and curries and for sauteing veggies. It does not make things more prone to burning and I have used it in cakes, muffins and cookies.
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Post by my3boys on Apr 9, 2015 19:28:03 GMT
Thanks for the replies! I have been cautiously subbing it for oil in some things. Like the oil called for in cake mixes. I've been told it's awesome to pop popcorn with so I can't wait to try that!
i heard if you are using it as a supplement that you should start with a teaspoon and gradually increase it until your body gets used to it. So that's what I'm doing.
Ill probably stick to olive oil for salad dressing and mayo. A friend told me she also uses it for sautéing veggies on low heat and it does okay.
i know that some brands have more of a coconut flavor than others so I plan on trying a few different ones. There are times when I want more of a coconut flavor and times when I don't, that will take a little experimenting to figure out.
i plan on using unrefined, organic, cold pressed only, not mixed with anything else.
please keep the suggestions coming!
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Post by calliemoonbeam on Apr 10, 2015 8:04:07 GMT
Yes, thanks for the info! I bought a jar but haven't opened it yet. I'm going to try to cook some with it, and I'm going to try the oil pulling too. Not really sure if it will help, but I figure it's worth a shot. Now I just wonder if it will make me think of the beach every time I use it, lol.
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Post by my3boys on Apr 11, 2015 20:00:23 GMT
Used it for popcorn last night and yum! Added some kettle corn seasoning and had the perfect snack!
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Post by chickenista on Apr 11, 2015 20:39:24 GMT
I use it now too. I just couldn't find 'real and decent' olive oil anymore.
And I add it into my nightly hot chocolate (with real milk), a heaping TBS. It helps with belly fat.. we shall see.
I use it to brown meat, but only a smidge and I have baked with it.
Works fine all the way around for me and I am liking it. I haven't used it on popcorn.. note to self.
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Post by my3boys on Apr 14, 2015 13:25:24 GMT
Hear it's excellent in coffee too. Anybody try that?
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Post by mzgarden on Apr 14, 2015 14:31:22 GMT
We will likely never pop popcorn in anything but coconut oil again, yum! I tried it in my coffee, but couldn't take the oily texture (just me, I'm sure). I add it every morning to my oatmeal - makes it very creamy. I use it in my fry pan to saute with and I 'wipe' it in my bread pans for quick release.
Here's another use that's not food related. I got a severe double eye-infection and the skin around my eyes swelled up terribly. Antibiotic drops helped the infection but the skin around my eyes was super dry, cracked and peeling. I used coconut oil frequently to moisturize my eyes. No stinging, it melted so easily I didn't have to rub my super sore eyelids. I even kept a little bit on a metal spoon in the fridge and could cool and moisturize my eyes by gently gliding the cold spoon over my eyelids.
I'm sold on it.
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Post by Ken on Apr 14, 2015 14:58:37 GMT
Unrefined coconut oil has more coconut flavor a smoke point of about 350F. Refined coconut oil has a smoke point of about 450F. I use refined CO (along with butter, mmm) for cooking hashbrowns, etc. For supplementing or adding to beverages, I use unrefined CO. Either works well for full body massages.
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Post by feather on Apr 14, 2015 15:02:39 GMT
Unrefined coconut oil has more coconut flavor a smoke point of about 350F. Refined coconut oil has a smoke point of about 450F. Hey cool, I didn't know that. Good to know! Thanks!
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Post by claytonpiano on Apr 15, 2015 23:43:32 GMT
I use it in pie crusts in place of butter. They are fantastic. I do not fry with it, but do add it to our eggs in the morning. I read this book www.amazon.com/Alzheimers-Disease-What-There-Cure/dp/1591203198/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429140764&sr=8-1&keywords=cure+for+alzheimers+disease . Afterwards, I started using it and MCT oil in my coffee every morning. I add it to vegetables when I cook them. It really does make them delicious and I don't have to use butter. For toast in the mornings, we smear with coconut oil before toasting. Concerning the supplement amount......start with 1 Tbs. It can and will cause diarrhea. When that happens, back off the coconut oil some. Your body will tell you what the amount is that you need.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2015 10:43:04 GMT
Bullet proof coffee is fresh brewed coffee with coconut oil or butter emulsified in it. You use a little electric whisk or frother to emulsify it quickly. It makes the coffee creamy and and very easy on the tummy.
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Post by ohiodreamer on Apr 18, 2015 23:32:14 GMT
I made biscuits the other day and grabbed the coconut oil because it was handy. I will never make biscuits any other way!! I think the fact that it is so hard while still at room temp is what made the difference....YUM!
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Post by my3boys on Apr 19, 2015 21:07:21 GMT
Also gonna try brushing it on fruit before grilling. We do pineapple rings or wedges and peach halves.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2015 16:19:42 GMT
I use coconut oil in my homemade granola. It is so good. As a matter of fact, I have some baking in the oven right now !
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2015 21:19:32 GMT
Ken is correct. it is an excellent body massager! I use it in my coffee and as someone else said use with butter for baking, frying. I also use it in place of butter on my crackers and toast. so many things to use it for. I had this awful sore ear just on the outside for about 7 years . never would heal up.it was so painful I could barely touch it. my sister told me to use the CO( she is a firm believer of it. at 70 she runs marathons) within 2 weeks it had healed completely. not a sign of anything now. I also rub it into my feet, hands and face every night ~Georgia.
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Post by calliemoonbeam on Apr 26, 2015 3:12:52 GMT
Well, it's been two weeks. I haven't used it for anything else yet, but I started trying the oil pulling...gag! It said to start with a heaping teaspoon, but I had to cut it back to about a fourth of a teaspoon and go from there, thought I was either going to choke or yak, lol. I have a lot of old fillings and have recurrent problems with Candida overgrowth and heard this might help, so I really want to stick with it for at least a few months. If it does, then I'll see about coming up with the big bucks to have these fillings replaced and/or crowns made in some cases. But boy, does it take some getting used to! I did the quarter teaspoon for a week and now half a teaspoon for a week, moving up again tomorrow. Of course, it's too soon to tell anything for sure, but my mouth feels fresher and not as dry (on some meds that cause that). At first it just felt like I'd chewed up half of a melted candle, ROFL! And my teeth seem a little whiter, but maybe I'm just imagining that. This would be when a camera would have come in good for before and after, but I don't own one, I know, living in the dark ages!
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Post by my3boys on Apr 27, 2015 16:32:48 GMT
I use coconut oil in my homemade granola. It is so good. As a matter of fact, I have some baking in the oven right now ! Great idea! I have a few granola recipes it would work well with.
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Post by my3boys on Apr 27, 2015 16:35:41 GMT
Well, it's been two weeks. I haven't used it for anything else yet, but I started trying the oil pulling...gag! It said to start with a heaping teaspoon, but I had to cut it back to about a fourth of a teaspoon and go from there, thought I was either going to choke or yak, lol. I have a lot of old fillings and have recurrent problems with Candida overgrowth and heard this might help, so I really want to stick with it for at least a few months. If it does, then I'll see about coming up with the big bucks to have these fillings replaced and/or crowns made in some cases. But boy, does it take some getting used to! I did the quarter teaspoon for a week and now half a teaspoon for a week, moving up again tomorrow. Of course, it's too soon to tell anything for sure, but my mouth feels fresher and not as dry (on some meds that cause that). At first it just felt like I'd chewed up half of a melted candle, ROFL! And my teeth seem a little whiter, but maybe I'm just imagining that. This would be when a camera would have come in good for before and after, but I don't own one, I know, living in the dark ages! I keep meaning to try this. You've given me motivation to get serious about it!
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Post by Mari-in-IN on May 8, 2015 2:17:44 GMT
I use coconut oil in my homemade granola. It is so good. As a matter of fact, I have some baking in the oven right now ! Glad I stumbled across this thread... I've toyed around with the prospect of making "homemade granola". Just not sure where to find recipes?! Would you mind sharing? I am a big advocate of coconut oil...I love slathering it through my hair and DH loves it on his face...Just haven't cooked with it too much... Mari
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Post by my3boys on May 14, 2015 18:38:11 GMT
Has anyone used coconut oil in pie crust recipes that call for oil?
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