A Deliciously Healthy Cooking Oil. Better than Butter The Coconut Oil Myth. Coconut oil was once mistakenly considered unhealthful. The fact is, this oil is cholesterol-free and rich in the medium-chain "good fats" doctors recommend. Why is it that baby formulas often include coconut oil? Because coconut is one of the world's most nourishing super foods. Nutritionists suggest enjoying up to 3 tablespoons of extra virgin coconut oil each day, so help yourself to this creamy taste of the tropics. Nutiva's cold-pressed coconut oil is:. Raw, Extra-Virgin & Pure White: Not refined, deodorized, or bleached! Organic: So it's free from pesticides, GMOs, and hexane. Versatile: Ideal as a high-heat cooking oil (up to 350 F), as a nutritious substitute in baking, as a "better-than-butter" replacement on bread, vegetables, or popcorn, and as a luscious oil for skin care, hair care, and massage. America Needs an Oil Change. While doctors suggest we consume a 4:1 ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3, the average American diet provides a ratio of 20:1 or more--contributing the heart disease, skin disorders, and arterial inflammation. So avoid out-of-balance soy, corn, and canola oils with their trans fats, oxidation, and GMOs. Cook with coconut oil (with only 1% Omega-6), and use olive oil (also low in Omega-6), and hemp oil (with the perfect 3:1 Omega ratio) for unheated recipes. Also try Nutiva's tasty organic Hemp Bars, Hemp Oil, Hempseed, and Protein Powder.
Average Customer Rating:
4.9 out of 5
112 of 114 (98%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Best Oil to Use,
July 14, 2008
By APowell
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"There's so many benefits to using this product that it should not be passed up. The quality of the product is excellent and very much what was expected."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 2 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent Product,
July 14, 2008
By mimi7557from Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This coconut oil smells great, tastes great & feels great. It smells so good you want to just take a bite of it. I've started using it exclusively for cooking. I use it on my face in place of eye cream & moisturizer and on my arms & legs. It keeps them soft. Very impressed with this product."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 3 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good Oil,
July 9, 2008
By kindcoachfrom North Carolina
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"It's virgin, cold pressed and crud-free. Good oil.
Doug"
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 4 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Tastes Great,
June 30, 2008
By AnotherVitacostFanfrom Rocky Mountains
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This is the best tasting coconut oil I've tried. I use several tablespoons per day and it has helped the smoothness of my skin. I used to feel cold all the time and now I don't (no more cold hands & feet), plus I have more energy."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 5 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
GREAT TASTING,
June 29, 2008
By leenda
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"THIS IS REALLY GOOD TASTING! I PUT ON TOAST AND USE IT TO FRY. GREAT WITH FRYING FISH."
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Review 6 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent product,
June 28, 2008
By brattefrom NM
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I use this every day in my breakfast smoothies. My husband and I use it instead of vegetable oil for making popcorn. It tastes much better than the prepackaged, microwaved popcorn, and is much healthier for us!"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 7 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil,
June 8, 2008
By Minnimefrom Canada
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is the most odorant, tasty, creamy coconut oil. Cost is incomparably great. 1/2 teaspoon in fruit shakes... for veggie sautays... just divine!"
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 8 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good Coconut Oil!,
June 4, 2008
By Anonymous Reviewerfrom Ann Arbor, MI
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This was my first time I've purchased coconut oil after doing some reading about how wonderful it is for health and skin care. I've completely switched from using lotion on my skin to using only coconut oil and am pleased with the results. I've had the jar for about a month and am only 1/3 of the way through with everyday use on my skin...a good value for how long it lasts. I've heard some people having problems with the smell or taste of coconut oil...not this one, smells and tastes great too."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 9 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil,
May 31, 2008
By karenn
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
3
out of 5
"This coconut oil tastes like coconut. I know it seems strange that this would be a drawback, but if you are cooking with it, you don't want everything in the world to taste like coconut."
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Review 10 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Best Oil For Everything!,
May 29, 2008
By birdyirdyfrom NC
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This coconut oil has become a kitchen staple. It is superb for stir-frying, "buttering" and makes the best popcorn ever! Highly recommended."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
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Review 11 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Super Product, Super Price,
May 23, 2008
By Iamblessed5from Gulf Coast, USA
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I love coconut oil and this one has the price and qualities I like. It's Extra Virgin and Organic which is a must. It's really hot where I live so I keep it in an extra plastic tub with a small ladle. The large jar is just the right size to fit the ladle. The taste is mild enough to use in almost anything that calls for butter or oil."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Family Member
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 12 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Deal,
May 22, 2008
By 2live4from Illinois
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This is high quality oil and is very resaonable. I have ordered this several times and will continue to order it. I love it"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
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Review 13 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Love it!,
May 14, 2008
By puremomfrom Greensboro, NC
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This is the best value I have found. I could never use another kind of oil after using coconut oil. Its the best!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
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Review 14 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Great value, quality nearly a 5,
May 12, 2008
By cyclebumfrom Oregon
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"First, this an excellent value in coconut oil. I use it as a nutritional supplement due to surgery which has left me unable to absorb less digestible fats. The flavor is very mild. In comparison to Jarrow, which I like better, the texture is not quite as creamy. The Jarrow has a much more pronounced coconut aroma and taste so it you want a mild product this is the one. I will continue to use this product because the cost is much less and the quality is not so much different to justify spending more."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 15 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Top 25 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
great product,
May 12, 2008
By tazmanfrom charlotteville,va
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"great price, great product.... i think the NSI brand one actually tasted better though"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 16 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
This deserves 50 stars!!,
May 12, 2008
By GingerPfrom Jersey Shore
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"If I could soak in a bathtub full of this coconut oil, I would.
I enjoy a spoonful melted in my morning coffee, saute green beans in it, simmer shrimp in it, add it (melted) to muffin recipes and cake batter, use it to moisturize my face and neck, condition my hair, soothe sunburn (works better than aloe) and use it for "oil pulling." (If you are unfamiliar with oil pulling, Google it. Amazing.)
This Nutiva SMELLS of coconut - it's delicious, lucious and divine. This is truly a gift from the Gods."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 17 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
1
out of 5
Do not like this product at all,
May 8, 2008
By schubedafrom Jersey
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"Maybe I'm not using it correctly, but this oil is burning everything I try to cook. I've tried it a few times hoping it was something I could adjust. I tried grilling chicken in it, green beans, frying eggs...I even tried baking with it.
Unfortunately I'm 5 days past the 30 day return poicy, so vitacost will not take the item back as a return."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 18 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
great taste and value,
May 7, 2008
By somebody
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Coconut Oil and EVOO are the only two oils I use. This one is great tasting and the best value I have ever seen! I use it for just about everything except salad dressing ( it solidifies below about 79 degrees). Health wise it is a great choice for frying, baking, broiling, Bar-B-Q, stir fry, and skin care!"
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 19 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
great product,
March 20, 2008
By liveright
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"this is the only oil you should ever use! coconut oil is without a doubt the best oil for cooking. it's the only oil i put on my face, skin and hair. i use it for just about everything! absolutely amazing! if you don't believe me, research it on the internet, you'll reap the amazing health benefits!"
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 20 for Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil -- 54 oz
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Still getting used to the product,
March 14, 2008
By Teeefrom Michigan
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"I use the oil on my skin and hair and really like it. However, I still do not quite know how to cook with it. I cooked some eggs in it but the coconut taste was a little too different for me. I've read that people do stir fry's with it but I haven't yet because I'm afraid that the taste will turn me off. As far as eating it off of the spoon (I've read that also), I don't think I can do. Still building up my nerve to use it in cooking. However, the price was great and I do get good use out of it."
