[ARTIKEL] 26 Dec 2022

Benefits of HDL Content in Coconut Oil

HDL or high-density lipoprotein is a type of cholesterol which is also known as "good cholesterol" because it has an important role in maintaining heart health. HDL functions to take cholesterol that is not needed from all over the body and bring it to the liver, where it will be converted into fuel or eliminated from the body.

Coconut cooking oil has a high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), one of which is monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA). This monounsaturated fatty acid has been shown to increase HDL levels in the body, thereby helping to lower bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and increase good cholesterol (HDL) levels.

Increasing HDL levels in the body can help prevent heart disease and stroke, because HDL can help reduce the risk of plaque buildup in blood vessels that can cause heart disease. In addition, coconut cooking oil can also help lower high blood pressure and reduce the risk of developing diabetes.

However, keep in mind that even though coconut cooking oil has several health benefits, it is still important not to eat too much fried food, regardless of the type of cooking oil used. In addition, keep in mind that not all coconut cooking oil contains the same monounsaturated fatty acids, depending on the processing carried out.