Despite what some claim online, it is not recommended to use a microwave to liquefy coconut oil. You only need to bring coconut oil to a warm 76 °F or 24 °C to enjoy its liquid state.
When you heat your coconut oil to high temperatures, you lose its unique health and wellness benefits that come from its molecular structure. Organic, raw coconut oil encompasses anti-viral, anti-thrombotic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties that can be lost with high heat.
These properties make raw coconut oil so much more than just an insanely nourishing moisturizer that hydrates skin and hair, they are also the reason it is such a multi functional healer too.
David E. Hintenlang, associate professor nuclear and radiological engineering, explains that “microwave ovens cook food by generating intermolecular friction between the molecules of the food. The microwaves cause water molecules to vibrate; the increased friction between the molecules results in heat.”
Organic Fiji uses a cold press method to extract organic, raw, extra virgin coconut oil. Cold pressing helps preserve the integrity of the oil and all its authentic capabilities by involving no external application of heat.