Made up of saturated fats called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) that are not like all other saturated fats (such as long-chain triglycerides (TCL) found in most foods. Coconut oil has anti-viral, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, increases metabolic rates, and is healthy for skin, hair and nails. Organic coconut means there are no pesticides involved in the growing of the plants.