How much does a 5 gallon bucket of coconut oil weigh?
38 lb., 5 gal.
Is Costco coconut oil good for cooking?
Coconut oil is versatile in food preparation. Use as a substitute for butter on you toast or in your favorite baking recipes. It makes a flavorful alternative for popping corn and is ideal for sauteing vegetables over medium heat (Hint: To reduce unwanted sweetness, add a dash of salt.)
Can you use Costco coconut oil on skin?
Product Description. Per the product label: Kirkland Signature Organic Coconut Oil is cold pressed and never chemically treated during production. Coconut oil works wonderfully as a moisturizing body butter. Due to its chemical makeup, it is readily absorbed into the skin and has a naturally sweet and clean aroma.
What is the big deal with coconut oil?
But coconut oil is very high in saturated fat (about 90 percent) — a type of fat that has, for quite some time, been associated with elevated blood cholesterol levels and increased heart disease risk.