Does this have bits of coconut in it? Is it something one would chew or does it liquify like coconut oil?
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It dissolves almost entirely. Since it is raw it leaves behind a negligible amount of fibers. If you are taking it internally (cooking, raw... etc) then it can be used the same way you use the refined oil. If you plan to use it as a base for a topical recipe, you might have to deal with a few tiny fibers that can not absorb into your skin.
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It does not have any bits in it. It is more like a spread, yes it does melt if heated. However, it is not oil by any means.
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This product is coconut butter, a product made from the whole flesh of the coconut, not just the oil. Similar to a nut butter. Coconut oil, however, is simply the oil pressed from the coconut. This product has a much stronger coconut taste because it uses the coconut flesh. The texture is also quite similar to nut butters, although it is much harder at room temperature. It helps to heat it up a bit (setting the jar in a bowl of hot water) before mixing and spreading. The oil separates from the rest of the solids, so you might find a layer of coconut oil on top of the coconut solids. Again, though, just heat it and stir. I use it the way I use nut butters. This product is coconut butter, a product made from the whole flesh of the coconut, not just the oil. Similar to a nut butter. Coconut oil, however, is simply the oil pressed from the coconut. This product has a much stronger coconut taste because it uses the coconut flesh. The texture is also quite similar to nut butters, although it is much harder at room temperature. It helps to heat it up a bit (setting the jar in a bowl of hot water) before mixing and spreading. The oil separates from the rest of the solids, so you might find a layer of coconut oil on top of the coconut solids. Again,... » Read More This product is coconut butter, a product made from the whole flesh of the coconut, not just the oil. Similar to a nut butter. Coconut oil, however, is simply the oil pressed from the coconut. This product has a much stronger coconut taste because it uses the coconut flesh. The texture is also quite similar to nut butters, although it is much harder at room temperature. It helps to heat it up a bit (setting the jar in a bowl of hot water) before mixing and spreading. The oil separates from the rest of the solids, so you might find a layer of coconut oil on top of the coconut solids. Again, though, just heat it and stir. I use it the way I use nut butters. « Show Less
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The product details for this item provided from Nature's Way state that it is a solid oil. It would not contain pieces of whole coconut. -Swanson Health Products
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Just like coconut oil, it will be solid at normal room temperature. As it states on the package, you can add warm water to dissolve it. I just break off chunks of it and then add it to a recipe if it is being heated. Make sure to keep it refrigerated after you open the package, which makes it even harder. I agree, I was a bit disappointed that it wasn't liquid as I expected it to be more like coconut water.
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All it is and says is that this is nothing but coconut. No fillers, no add-ons etc. I saw no CoA, but admit, I didn't look for one.I suggest you contact the company to ask about this concern.
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It is pure unrefined and it tastes coconutty! I love it and use it instead of butter in baked goods, in my face creams, and my hair!!
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It is coconut oil with coloring added. It taste good but if you are after butter flavor, flavacol and or o'dells topping is what I use.
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I use it for my coffee every morning and it does not taste like coconut, it has a sweet flavor but not too sweet and definitely not a coconut flavor. Hope this helps!
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Yes but processed so it is a liquid. Virgin coconut oil is a solid but melts around 76 degrees. Either would be a good choice. They do not smell or taste like coconut. Have very little smell or taste. Absorbs into the skin very well. Hope that helps
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The coconut solids are delicious. If the oil has separated to the top, I scrape it off and use it as cooking oil. I use it in smoothies and cookies for an intense coconut flavor. I don't know exactly what coconut butter is. But this stuff is truly delicious.
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I'm not sure about coconut oil but it tends to harden slightly in cooler temps. It has more of a spicy aroma to me but it does not stink. It is very thick, it works great on the ends of hair to repair split ends also!
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Haven't had them in awhile. No longer sell them at Costco. Very expensive at Amazon. They are chunks of coconut (not shredded) covered with dark chocolate.
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It is 100% pure coconut so, yes, it does taste like coconut but that is is good thing. It is delicious in coffee and also in chai flavored tea. It also subs for cream in egg dishes like quiche.
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It is organic and cold pressed, but I believe there is some refining involved to turn it into liquid form. Unrefined coconut oil is solid at room temperature. This is not solid. However, that does not make it unsafe.
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The product does have coconut listed for one of the ingredients, but you can not smell it. it does have a strong spice smell.
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It is simply dried shredded coconut. No flavoring, sweetener, or other ingredients are added.
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mine is not yellow...are you sure you ordered the white oil and not the one that comes with yellow/orange color/butter flavored?I have ordered two of the white oil and both are pure white, actually clear when melted...great stuff...it does not taste or smell like coconut like you think it would...it is not the same smelling stuff that you get for sun tanning! I use this for everything: cooking, skin, in my pets food...you can pay a lot more for small containers called organic or 100% pure but this is the same and a great quality and you can not beat the price...definitely NOT CRAP as someone stated. mine is not yellow...are you sure you ordered the white oil and not the one that comes with yellow/orange color/butter flavored?I have ordered two of the white oil and both are pure white, actually clear when melted...great stuff...it does not taste or smell like coconut like you think it would...it is not the same smelling stuff that you get for sun tanning! I use this for everything: cooking, skin, in my pets food...you can pay a lot more for small containers called organic or 100% pure but this is the same and a great quality and you can not beat the price...definitely NOT CRAP as... » Read More mine is not yellow...are you sure you ordered the white oil and not the one that comes with yellow/orange color/butter flavored?I have ordered two of the white oil and both are pure white, actually clear when melted...great stuff...it does not taste or smell like coconut like you think it would...it is not the same smelling stuff that you get for sun tanning! I use this for everything: cooking, skin, in my pets food...you can pay a lot more for small containers called organic or 100% pure but this is the same and a great quality and you can not beat the price...definitely NOT CRAP as someone stated. « Show Less
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Yes. It is a healthy alternative, but just keep in mind is has a coconut flavor to it.
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I have the one which is pictured and virgin, organic coconut oil you can eat. I use both for everything!!! eating, oil pulling, wounds, as a carrier with essential oils, etc...Works for me!!