Can I cook with lard?

Commercial grade lards contain an unacceptably high amount of omega-6 fatty acids as well as trans fats. In an effort to reduce Omega 6 oil consumption I recommend that my patients cook and prepare foods with either COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil. However, as long as you are consuming the approved EVOO at the recommended daily dose it will protect you from the occasional use of other oils and fats used in cooking.

Can I cook with margarine?

Many kinds of margarine contain an unacceptably high amount of omega-6 fatty acids. In an effort to reduce Omega 6 oil consumption I recommend that my patients cook and prepare foods with either COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil. However, as long as you are consuming the approved EVOO at the recommended daily dose it will protect you from the occasional use of other oils and fats used in cooking.

Can I use mustard seed oil for cooking?

In an effort to reduce Omega 6 oil consumption I recommend that my patients cook and prepare foods with either COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil. However, as long as you are consuming the approved EVOO at the recommended daily dose it will protect you from the occasional use of other oils and fats used in cooking.

Can I use extra virgin olive oil for cooking?

Yes. In addition to COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, you may use Canola, Coconut or Palm Kernel oil for cooking as they have a neutral impact on the body.

Which cooking oils do we need to avoid?

Pointer: Memorize the acceptable oils, it is easier than trying to memorize the longer list of prohibited oils. One of my mottos is, “My patients can have canola oil.” Other acceptable oils for cooking or purchasing processed foods are coconut & palm.

Can I use palm oil for cooking?

Yes. In addition to COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, you may use Canola, Coconut, Palm Kernel oil for cooking as they have a neutral impact on the body.

Can I use palm kernel oil for cooking?

Yes. In addition to COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, you may use Canola, Coconut, Palm Kernel oil for cooking as they have a neutral impact on the body.

Can I use peanut oil for cooking?

In an effort to reduce Omega 6 oil consumption I recommend that my patients cook and prepare foods with either COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil. However, as long as you are consuming the approved EVOO at the recommended daily dose it will protect you from the occasional use of other oils and fats used in cooking.

Can I use rapeseed oil for cooking?

Rapeseed is similar to canola and generally has a low inflammatory balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Because of this, it is safe to use for household cooking. Additionally, the oleic acid in the olive oil will provide protection against the linoleic acid (omega-6) found in common vegetable oils. As long as you are using the approved EVOO at the recommended dose then you are protected from these oils.

Can I use sesame oil for cooking?

In an effort to reduce Omega 6 oil consumption I recommend that my patients cook and prepare foods with either COOC-certified extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, coconut oil, and palm kernel oil. However, as long as you are consuming the approved EVOO at the recommended daily dose it will protect you from the occasional use of other oils and fats used in cooking.