Cool and Healthy Coconut Water (Part 1 of 2)

In my previous posts we had discussed about home remedies for diabetes Part 1 and Part 2. Now we will see the health benefits of a “cool” drink – Coconut Water. 

No doubt that many of us are into drinking coconut water often or occasionally. Surely whenever temperature rises, (as in a typical Indian Summer), it becomes a popular drink and is consumed by the people of all ages. 

Photo by: Crisco 1492

What are the health benefits of this unadulterated healthy drink?.  

Coconut and Coconut water are one of the gifts of nature. This natural water contains many medicinal properties like potassium, antioxidant properties etc., 

It is less in sugar than any other soft drinks and some of fruit juices. It helps in natural way to replenish the supply of electrolytes in our body. 

It helps to lower blood pressure since it contains potassium. Since it contains GLUCOSE it gives energy to our body. To compensate the loss of minerals and fluids during physical activities (e.g. Sports or Working-out) one has to take is energy drink to compensate the energy loss. Drinking Coconut water during such times is much better than packaged drinks. 

Coconut Water contains CYTOKINES and LAURIC acid it helps in the process of cell growth and the cells regulation. Coconut water is rich in magnesium and potassium which are helpful to those suffering low blood pressure and helps to reduce the risk of heart problems. Drinking this natural water will help to increase good cholesterol (H D L) by the way maintaining good cardiovascular health.

Coconut water helps to treat DEHYDRATION caused by dysentery, cholera, diarrhea, fever, flu etc., It also helps to prevent muscle cramps because it contains huge potassium. Since it contains calcium it helps to strengthen bones, muscles and tissues. Doctors recommend this as a good form of Oral rehydration therapy.

                                                        

Coming to Diabetes - Question arises whether diabetic can drink coconut water? Studies reveal coconut water helps to control diabetes and when taken often it may help to improve blood circulation.

Coconut water from tender coconuts is used in many hair and skin products because of its antibacterial, anti- fungal, and antioxidant properties. And its contents of vitamin K and iron which are very essential for maintaining hair softness and hair shine. 

Coconut water is one of the best sources for preventing health issues in pregnant women. 

Coconut trees in Oman
Photo by: billy1847

Important thing is coconut water is free  from any harmful or artificial flavoring and coloring, and unnatural sugars. Coconut trees are abundant in many regions and more particularly on coastal areas. See this picture from Oman which is a vast desert in the persian gulf. 

It is a natural energy drink without any adulteration. Usually young coconuts (tender coconuts) are harvested from the coconut tree for the usage of coconut water.

Hope this is useful information about this energy drink. Please pass on your comments or notes.