Coconut water is comparatively one
of the most valuable super foods on earth and nature’s most refreshing
drinks. It is naturally packed with a variety of health benefits and consumed
world wide. Coconut water is the purest liquid second only to water
itself.
It is a natural
refreshing beverage that is excellent for electrolyte replenishment.
In
summers or dry season in Africa a person loses a considerable amount of water due to
perspiration. Coconut water contains a good amount of electrolyte-
potassium, thus it can replenish the electrolyte composition in body
fluids. Coconut water is better than packed or fresh fruit juices, sodas
and energy drinks as it’s not adulterated with preservatives or
artificial sweeteners .
The typical coconut vendor in Ghana can be found in communities,street corners,and popular shopping areas
Some Amazing benefits of coconut Juice/water
1. Drinking coconut
water can also aid in losing weight as it is low in fat, cholesterol
and chlorides. It reduces food cravings and keeps a person feeling full.
2. It is excellent drink for diabetics as it is good in nutrients required by diabetics to keep their sugar levels in control.
3.
The risk of kidney stones is greatly reduced because of the presence of
minerals, potassium and magnesium in coconut water. Tender coconut
fluids acts as a natural diuretic because it has properties that tend to
increase urine production and flow. Urologists around the world
recommend that kidney stone sufferers should drink coconut water every
alternate day to gradually reduce their stone size for easy elimination.
4.
Loaded with vital nutrients, coconut water is a very good source of
B-complex vitamins such as riboflavin, niacin, thiamin, pyridoxine, and
folates. It is rich in amino acids, enzymes, dietary fiber, vitamin C
and minerals such as potassium, magnesium and manganese .It is also very
beneficial as it has anti viral and anti bacterial properties.
5.
Coconut water works wonders for your skin too. Researches show that
coconut water have cytokinins which are beneficial for anti
aging-effects. When applied to acne, spots, wrinkles, stretch marks,
cellulite and eczema it clears up the skin giving you youthful looking
smoother skin. It can be used as a light moisturizer if you have oily
skin. In addition to the benefits to the skin it also helps in repairing
and growth of nails and smooth hair.
6. Coconut water has high amounts of potassium so it reduces hypertension by promoting excretion of water out of the body.
So, go ahead and indulge in this nutritious fluid and enjoy its abundant health benefits.
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