{"product_id":"viridian-organic-raw-coconut-oil","title":"Viridian Organic Raw Coconut Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003eViridian Organic Raw Coconut Oil is a premium, certified organic cold-pressed coconut oil supplement providing medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) in convenient capsule form. Sourced from sustainably grown organically certified coconuts, this product captures the rich nutritional profile of virgin coconut oil without the need for cooking or measuring, making it an easy and convenient way to incorporate the unique benefits of coconut oil into your daily routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil is distinctive among dietary oils for its exceptionally high content of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), particularly lauric acid (C12), caprylic acid (C8), and capric acid (C10). Unlike the long-chain fatty acids that predominate in most dietary oils, MCTs are metabolised through a unique pathway — they are rapidly absorbed from the gut, transported directly to the liver via the portal vein, and preferentially converted into ketone bodies for quick cellular energy rather than being stored as body fat. This makes MCT-rich coconut oil a popular choice for those pursuing ketogenic diets or seeking readily accessible energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLauric acid, which accounts for around 50% of the fatty acids in coconut oil, has unique biological properties. In the body, lauric acid is converted to monolaurin, a monoglyceride compound with demonstrated antimicrobial activity against a range of viruses, bacteria, and fungi. This property contributes to coconut oil's traditional use and modern interest as an immune and gut health supportive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis organic raw coconut oil is cold-pressed to preserve its natural minor components including vitamin E and polyphenols. Contains 100% active ingredients, suitable for vegans, and produced to Viridian's ethical standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viridian","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":57473068499331,"sku":"VDN-0593","price":3.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":57473068532099,"sku":"VDN-0503","price":15.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/7191\/6675\/files\/VDN-0593_05bfe827-bf8e-4743-b5d4-bdd607a07f04.jpg?v=1772275603","url":"https:\/\/zenhealthfoods.com\/products\/viridian-organic-raw-coconut-oil","provider":"Zen Health Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}