Coconut meat contains medium chained triglycerides, metabolised in a different manner to othertriglycerides. This fat is used as a source of energy transported directly to the liver rather than beingstored as fat. Half of the special saturated fat in coconut is Laurin and research shows that Laurin canbe converted in the body to Monolaurin, holding great antibacterial, antiviral and antifungalproperties. MCTs in coconut can actually help stimulate your pets metabolism aiding weightmanagement as opposed to the myth that the saturated fats in coconut will be fattening andunhealthy. Coconut is also relatively low in protein and ideal for those in restricted protein diets. Ifyou pet has allergies, scurfy skin or a rash then its a fabulous hypoallergenic treat to feed your pet.This miraculous food can be used successfully in a number of problems in pets and is a benefit toall.even if you fancy a nibble yourself.
