"why do you recommend coconut ... it is so high in saturated fat".
To begin, not all saturated fat is created equal. Saturated fat has obtained such a horrible reputation, when in fact, it can often be very healthy and nutritious. Saturated fat means all of the electrons are bound. Put otherwise, the fat is very stable at high heat and does not oxidize with heat like olive oil would.
“Different types of saturated fats behave differently'.
The main saturated fat in coconut oil is lauric acid, a medium chain fatty acid (MCFA). Lauric acid increases levels of good HDL ("good cholesterol"), or high-density lipoprotein. Furthermore, lauric acid has shown to have antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiviral properties.
Coconut oil not only supports a healthy immune system, but it is also a thermogenic! What is a thermogenic ... it increases metabolism! You need fat to burn fat. These MCFAs are immediately used in the body for energy and are never stored as fat. I consistently recommend coconut oil and milk for all of my weight loss clients.
Lastly, in tastes great! Try making a protein shake with coconut milk or add some shredded coconut to gluten-free oats! I'll attach my favorite paleo, coconut, cookie recipe!http://www.thecavegirldish.com/2011/09/paleo-sweet-cheats-cinnamon-spiced.html
For any questions, please contact Fuel For Life. We love helping others get healthy!
For more info and another great resource, check out this NY Times article!http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/02/dining/02Appe.html?pagewanted=all
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