Harvard Health Blog Olive oil or coconut oil: Which is worthy of kitchen-staple status? UPDATED JUNE 18, 2020, 10:30 AM Emily Gelsomin, MLA, RD, LDN, Contributor Coconut oil has developed a cultlike following in recent years, with proponents touting benefits ranging from body fat reduction to heart disease prevention. Sadly for devotees, the evidence to support these assertions remains rather sparse. But there is plenty of research to suggest that other plant-based oils have advantages over their animal-derived counterparts, particularly when it comes to heart health. So which is best? Learn more »

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