November 2021 PMID 33689936

Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies.

Ranil Jayawardena, Hasinthi Swarnamali, Priyanga Ranasinghe, Anoop Misra

Mentions

22
Peak: 4 in Aug 2022
across 4 sources since Mar 2021

Extended reach

386,567
potential audience

Total likes

13,519

Video views

140,045

Mentions per month

Mar 2021 – Aug 2023

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter9 posts
  • News9 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Facebook2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several discussions express skepticism about coconut oil's health benefits, using words like 'poca información' and 'menos sobre el virgen,' along with doubts about its safety. Others reference the meta-analysis directly, indicating interest, and some posts highlight potential cardiovascular risks, reflecting moderate engagement and concern about its impact on health behaviors.

AgreementLow agreement

Most discussions view the publication skeptically or negatively, emphasizing potential health risks associated with coconut oil.

InterestModerate interest

The social discussions demonstrate a moderate level of curiosity, especially among those skeptical about coconut oil's health benefits.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts share personal opinions, references to the study, and some explanations of health implications, indicating thoughtful but not deeply detailed engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight a general concern about the health effects of coconut oil, suggesting a moderate influence on public perceptions, especially in health-conscious communities.

Abstract in brief

  • Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are the highest level of evidence for clinical decision-making, and this study summarized high-quality research on coconut oil's health effects from various databases.
  • Coconut oil was found to significantly raise cholesterol levels, including both "bad" LDL and "good" HDL, which may negatively impact heart health, while its potential benefits for skin conditions and dental health remain unclear due to limited and variable studies.
  • Overall, the strongest evidence suggests that coconut oil may adversely affect lipid profiles related to heart disease, but more research is needed to confirm its effects on skin and oral health.

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anoop misra
@docanoopmisra · X

And, while risking more trolls who may be unaware of studies, here is our meta-analysis of Coconut oil, which has potential to increase cardiovascular risk https://t.co/OAtrd7ahf8 https://t.co/nEWm84ZPTx

Aug 20, 2022 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 29,195 followers View post →
anoop misra
@docanoopmisra · X

@drhouse0810 @saaiyer @rajeevgg Dietary predictors of early-onset ischaemic heart disease in a sample drawn from a Pakistani population Nutrition and lung cancer: a case control study in Iran Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies

Aug 20, 2022 · 3 likes · 29,195 followers View post →
FathomlessAnima ☭ ⚕
@anyquestionsbot · X

@cronopioarr @csmartinezs @afelipegarzon87 @endocrinorosero No es saludable, en serio. https://t.co/nBUUY5Ubei

Nov 7, 2022 · 2 likes · 339 followers View post →
Javier S. Perona
@Malnutridos · X

@mariaitapia Hay poca información sobre el aceite de coco, y menos sobre el virgen, pero en general es negativa. https://t.co/Omv7V37tnr

Aug 24, 2023 · 1 like · 13,803 followers View post →
endocrinorosero
@endocrinorosero · X

@oscargruber Jayawardena R, Swarnamali H, Ranasinghe P, Misra A. Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies. Diabetes Metab Syndr. 2021;15(2):549-555. doi:10.1016/j.dsx.2021.02.032

Feb 24, 2022 · 159,490 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @docanoopmisra: And, while risking more trolls who may be unaware of studies, here is our meta-analysis of Coconut oil, which has potent…

Aug 20, 2022 · 2 shares · 6,718 followers View post →

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Javier S. Perona
@Malnutridos · X

@mariaitapia Hay poca información sobre el aceite de coco, y menos sobre el virgen, pero en general es negativa. https://t.co/Omv7V37tnr

Aug 24, 2023 · 1 like · 13,803 followers View post →
FathomlessAnima ☭ ⚕
@anyquestionsbot · X

@cronopioarr @csmartinezs @afelipegarzon87 @endocrinorosero No es saludable, en serio. https://t.co/nBUUY5Ubei

Nov 7, 2022 · 2 likes · 339 followers View post →
Vishwamithra
@Vishwamithra97 · X

RT @docanoopmisra: And, while risking more trolls who may be unaware of studies, here is our meta-analysis of Coconut oil, which has potent…

Aug 23, 2022 · 2 shares · 470 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @docanoopmisra: And, while risking more trolls who may be unaware of studies, here is our meta-analysis of Coconut oil, which has potent…

Aug 20, 2022 · 2 shares · 6,718 followers View post →
anoop misra
@docanoopmisra · X

And, while risking more trolls who may be unaware of studies, here is our meta-analysis of Coconut oil, which has potential to increase cardiovascular risk https://t.co/OAtrd7ahf8 https://t.co/nEWm84ZPTx

Aug 20, 2022 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 29,195 followers View post →
anoop misra
@docanoopmisra · X

@drhouse0810 @saaiyer @rajeevgg Dietary predictors of early-onset ischaemic heart disease in a sample drawn from a Pakistani population Nutrition and lung cancer: a case control study in Iran Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies

Aug 20, 2022 · 3 likes · 29,195 followers View post →
endocrinorosero
@endocrinorosero · X

@oscargruber Jayawardena R, Swarnamali H, Ranasinghe P, Misra A. Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies. Diabetes Metab Syndr. 2021;15(2):549-555. doi:10.1016/j.dsx.2021.02.032

Feb 24, 2022 · 159,490 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @SystRevDent: Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies htt…

Mar 10, 2021 · 1 share · 6,718 followers View post →
SystRev in Dentistry
@SystRevDent · X

Health effects of coconut oil: Summary of evidence from systematic reviews and meta-analysis of interventional studies https://t.co/F4q4zEp62P

Mar 10, 2021 · 1 share · 579 followers View post →