Juka's Organic Co. — coconut oil

Consuming strong varieties of healthy fats in the diet is generally beneficial for the body. Yet there are some truly notable benefits to medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that are worth mentioning. As Juka’s Organic makes its coconut oil through the cold press method, without the involvement of heat or preservatives, it retains most of its healthy fats including MCFAs. Fats made up of MCFAs are more easily digested than most of their counterparts. In fact, they are immediately digested when they reach the small intestine, where they are used as a source of fuel. So, as MCFAs provide the...

Supermarkets have varieties of coconut oils with a vast range of brands. Terms like virgin, extra virgin, and cold-pressed can add to the confusion while choosing one. So, what is the difference between these terms, and what benefits do they possess? Cold Pressed Coconut Oil: As this type of coconut oil is made by a method called cold-pressing, hence the name. This type of oil is made from the flesh of mature coconuts, due to their high oil content. After grinding them into flakes, the oil is extracted with a press, without the use of heat. Cold pressed coconut oil...

Our body produces our own natural oil that protects our skin and maintains softness and hydration. But chemical pollutants, harsh soaps, and dry seasons can dehydrate our skin to a great extent. Extra virgin coconut oil effectively locks in the moisture and also protects against pathogens. Not only skincare, but virgin coconut oil also benefits from boosting immunity to hair care. The nutrients present in it can improve the kid’s health and the overall quality of life a lot. Juka’s Organic provides organic extra virgin coconut oil that is unprocessed, cold-pressed, and 100% authentic from Africa. It is especially high...

Cold pressing is an excellent method to extract coconut oil while safeguarding its inherent nutrients. In this process, the meat of mature coconuts and pressed to extract as much milk as possible. Then the milk is kept aside for 24 hours, which then separates into three layers, water at the bottom, oil in the middle, and cream on the top. The oil is then removed and left to stand for 2 – 3 days to remove the residues. This process is done at room temperature without any use of chemicals or additives, which is why it is better than refined...