Why Wood-Pressed Pure Coconut Oil Outperforms Regular Coconut Oil

  • Oct 25, 2025
  • By Sangita Das
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Discover the Difference with Medhavi Superfoods

 

At Medhavi Superfoods, we follow India’s ancient Lakdi Ghani (wooden churner) technique to extract coconut oil in the purest, most natural way possible — without heat, chemicals, or compromise. This method preserves the oil’s natural nutrients, rich flavor, and authentic aroma, making it a superior choice over regular coconut oil. Let’s explore why wood cold pressed coconut oil stands apart and how it enhances both your health and lifestyle.


What Is Wood-Pressed Coconut Oil?

 

Wood-pressed coconut oil, also known as wood cold pressed coconut oil, is extracted through the traditional Lakdi Ghani method. In this process, dried coconut meat (copra) is gently pressed using a wooden pestle that rotates slowly — typically under 20 RPM.

 

This slow churning minimizes heat generation (below 50°C), ensuring that the oil retains all its natural vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids. Unlike modern extraction methods that rely on high pressure and temperature, wood-pressing produces pure, nutrient-rich coconut oil that remains unrefined and chemical-free.


How Wood-Pressed Coconut Oil Is Made

 

  1. Careful Selection of Coconuts
    Only mature, fresh coconuts are chosen for extraction to ensure rich flavor and high-quality oil.

  2. Traditional Lakdi Ghani Churning
    The grated coconut meat is placed in a wooden ghani (churner), which rotates slowly under 50°C — a temperature low enough to preserve vital nutrients.

  3. Natural Extraction and Filtration
    The oil seeps out naturally through the wooden press and undergoes gravity-based filtration without the use of chemicals or solvents.

  4. Pure Settling Process
    The oil is then allowed to settle naturally to maintain its golden hue, tropical aroma, and authentic taste.

 

This meticulous process may take longer and yield less oil, but it ensures every drop is pure, nutrient-dense, and premium in quality.


Nutritional and Health Benefits of Wood-Pressed Coconut Oil

 

The nutritional composition of wood-pressed coconut oil makes it a true superfood. Here’s why:

 

1. Rich in Lauric Acid and Medium-Chain Fatty Acids

Lauric acid makes up about 45–48% of wood-pressed coconut oil’s fatty acids. It’s known for its antimicrobial and antiviral properties, helping fight bacteria, fungi, and other harmful pathogens.
These medium-chain fatty acids are similar to those found in mother’s milk — providing natural support for immunity and energy.

 

2. High in Vitamin E and Antioxidants

Wood-pressed coconut oil retains more vitamin E and natural antioxidants compared to refined oils. These protect your cells from oxidative stress, promote skin health, and strengthen the immune system.

 

3. Supports Heart Health

Regular consumption of pure coconut oil can help balance cholesterol levels.
Lauric acid helps increase HDL (good) cholesterol while maintaining a healthy ratio with LDL (bad) cholesterol, supporting overall cardiovascular wellness.

 

4. Promotes Healthy Skin and Hair

Medhavi’s wood-pressed coconut oil doubles as a natural moisturizer.
It nourishes dry skin, improves elasticity, and strengthens hair roots — preventing split ends and enhancing shine without synthetic additives.

 

5. Aids Digestion and Gut Health

Its antimicrobial nature helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome, supports digestion, and enhances nutrient absorption. The oil’s low glycemic index can also aid in blood sugar management, making it suitable for diabetic-friendly diets.


Wood-Pressed vs. Regular Coconut Oil: What’s the Difference?

 

Feature

Wood-Pressed Coconut Oil

Regular Coconut Oil (RBD)

Extraction Method

Cold-pressed using wooden churners

Refined, bleached, and deodorized

Temperature Range

Below 50°C

Above 60°C

Nutrient Retention

High – retains vitamin E, lauric acid, antioxidants

Low – nutrients destroyed by heat

Color & Aroma

Golden hue with natural coconut aroma

Colorless and odorless

Chemical Use

None

Solvents and bleaching agents used

Taste & Quality

Authentic, pure, flavorful

Neutral and processed

Shelf Life

Naturally stable

Chemically enhanced

 

 

Wood-pressed coconut oil contains up to 50% higher vitamin E content and maintains lower acid and peroxide values — clear indicators of its superior quality and freshness.

Though it may cost 20–30% more, the value lies in its purity, flavor, and health benefits that far outweigh regular varieties.


Why Choose Medhavi Superfoods’ Coconut Oil

 

At Medhavi Superfoods, we take pride in being a responsible coconut oil supplier from India. Our oil is:

  • Extracted from handpicked coconuts using the traditional Lakdi Ghani method.

  • Processed at temperatures below 50°C to retain maximum nutrients.

  • 100% pure, unrefined, and chemical-free.

  • Tested in more than 40 lab checks to ensure consistent quality and purity.

  • Perfect for cooking, skincare, and haircare.

Every bottle of Medhavi’s wood cold pressed coconut oil embodies our belief — that returning to traditional wisdom brings true wellness.


Conclusion

 

Wood-pressed pure coconut oil truly outperforms regular coconut oil in every way — from its extraction process and nutrient retention to its taste and aroma.
The ancient Lakdi Ghani technique used by Medhavi Superfoods keeps the oil below 50°C, preserving essential vitamins, antioxidants, and lauric acid — key components for heart, skin, and overall health.

 

Though slightly premium in price, this oil offers authentic value — a golden, aromatic, nutrient-rich oil that represents India’s timeless food wisdom.

 

Choose purity. Choose tradition. Choose Medhavi.


Experience the Purity Yourself

 

Bring home the goodness of Medhavi Superfoods Wood Cold Pressed Coconut Oil — available in 1 L and 500 ml bottles.
👉 Shop Now on medhavisuperfoods.in

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