Coconut oil softgels are easy to take, beneficial to your health and may help you lose weight. The main component in coconut oil is lauric acid which is a medium chain fatty acid and is considered responsible for many of its health benefits. Coconut oil is not stored in your body like other fats, its medium chain fatty acids are quickly broken down to dispense immediate energy. When your metabolism speeds up, your cells will also function with better efficiency, which may boost your immune system. Other benefits of coconut oil include: • Supporting proper digestion • Skin health: stops the dangerous free radicals; allows the skin cells to retain more water, thus increases elasticity and strength; and the naturally occurring lipids (fats) prevents skin conditions by lessening the effects of oxidation. • Hair health: its ability to work directly in the hair shaft prevents protein loss (protein loss causes weak follicles, hair breakage, split ends) and subsequently can create strong, shiny hair • Maintaining heart health • Boosting metabolism • Promoting energy levels.