FAQs

Why does Coconaise contain sodium phytate?
Phytate is a natural antioxidant extracted from rice bran. Phytate prevents oxidation. Coconaise contains 3mg/serving; a typical diet has about 600-1200mg phytate per day.

But Coconaise contains no omega-3. Isnt that bad?
Omega-3 fatty acids are very unstable and highly susceptible to oxidation. Mayonnaise is not an appropriate food for obtaining omega-3 because it is a perfect environment for causing oil oxidation. Coconaise contains little omega-6 so it won’t unbalance your omega 3/6 intake ratio.

Why is oxidation a concern?
Oxidized oil tastes and smells terrible. Its the #1 reason why homemade mayonnaise tastes so much better than store-bought mayonnaise. Scientific studies show that oxidized omega-6 oils contain toxic substances (e.g. 4-hydroxynonenal, acrolein, malondialdehyde) that may cause inflammation, cancer and heart disease.  See "Dietary advanced lipid oxidation endproducts are risk factors to human health" Mol. Nutr. Food Res. 2007, 51, 1094 – 1101.

Why is Coconaise so yellow?
High yolk and mustard content.

Does Coconaise taste like coconut? 
No. The coconut oil used in Coconaise is flavorless and odorless.