W1 All fats are not created equal Coconut oil contains short term medium-chain saturated fatty acids (MCFAs), which is a "healthy" form saturated fat compared to trans fat. Trans fatty acid consumption is linked with heart problems, depression and increased cholesterol levels. What does consuming MCFA fats in coconut oil mean for your body? Our body metabolism these fats in the liver, immediately covert this into energy (fuel for the brain and muscle function) rather than it being stored as fat.