It’s tasty, refreshing and also happens to be good for you. What’s more, it’s loaded with several important nutrients, including minerals that most people don’t get enough of. Coconut water is the clear liquid inside coconuts that supports heart health, provides super hydration and even has some antioxidant effects.
- Good Source of Several Nutrients.
Coconut water is found in young coconuts and is a good source of fibre, vitamin C and several important minerals such as Carbohydrate, Fibre, Protein, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Sodium and Calcium.
- May Have Antioxidant Properties.
Free radicals are unstable molecules produced in your cells during metabolism. Their production increases in response to stress or injury.
When there are too many free radicals, your body enters a state of oxidative stress, which can damage your cells and increase disease risk.
Research on animals exposed to toxins has shown that coconut water contains antioxidants which modify free radicals so they no longer cause harm.
- May Have Benefits Against Diabetes.
Research has shown that coconut water can lower blood sugar levels and improve other health markers in diabetic animals.
- May Help Prevent Kidney Stones.
Drinking enough fluids is important for kidney stone prevention. Although plain water is a great choice, one study suggests that coconut water may be even better.
- May Support Heart Health.
Drinking coconut water may be helpful to reduce heart disease risk.
- May Reduce Blood Pressure.
Coconut water may be great for controlling blood pressure. In one small study in people with high blood pressure, coconut water improved systolic blood pressure (the higher number of a blood pressure reading) in 71% of participants.
- Beneficial After Prolonged Exercise.
Coconut water may be the perfect beverage for restoring hydration and replenishing electrolytes lost during exercise. Electrolytes are minerals that play several important roles in your body, including maintaining proper fluid balance. They include potassium, magnesium, sodium and calcium.
- Delicious Source of Hydration.
Coconut water is slightly sweet with a subtle, nutty flavour. It’s also fairly low in calories and carbs. The water is freshest when it comes directly from the coconut. Simply press a straw into the soft part of a green coconut and start drinking. Store the coconut in your refrigerator and consume it within two to three weeks of purchase.
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