Virgin Coconut Oil
A unique natural tropical fat that contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which the liver can use quickly for energy and ketones, with no carbohydrate at all.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Popular with keto and low-carb eaters and athletes as a source of quick energy before exercise; a teaspoon in your morning coffee adds energy without stimulating insulin.
Best preparation methods
Use cold-pressed virgin coconut oil with a light natural aroma; it is suitable for gentle cooking and healthier dessert alternatives, and as it is rich in saturated fat, use it in moderation.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (10 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 862 kcal | 86.2 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g | 10 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 862 kcal per 100 g, ranking 4 of 6 in Healthy fats (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Virgin Coconut Oil good for weight loss?
Virgin Coconut Oil provides 862 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 10 g portion gives 86 kcal.
How does Virgin Coconut Oil affect blood sugar?
Virgin Coconut Oil contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Virgin Coconut Oil?
A typical 10 g portion of Virgin Coconut Oil provides about 86 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 10 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.