The Health Benefits of Coconuts

Coconuts are a big food trend this year, despite its history. Also known as “cocos nucifera” it seems that the Spanish explorers gave it the name ”coco”. And as another interesting fact: did you know that one third of the world’s population is depending on the “cocos nucifera”  when it comes to their food? For some, the coconut palm has a priceless value and this might be the reason they also called it “The Tree of Life”.

But to what extent is coconut healthy?

If you haven’t put coconuts on your “to eat list” you must. The meat of the coco is very right in vitamin C and you can also find traces of potassium. Medium-chain triglycerides and lauric acid are easily digested and you won’t have to worry about your body storing fat. Did you also know that lauric acids have antibacterial effects? The coconut is also gluten-free and has antifungal and antiviral properties and not to mention that it supports your immune system.

 The benefits of the coconut

Including coconuts in your daily eating routine will help prevent obesity issues. This is done due to the speeding of the metabolism and due to the fact that coconuts provide a source of energy with very little calories. If you’re having problems with your heart, coconuts will help lower the cholesterol levels and will protect your heart from diseases. Did you also know that coconuts help with the stress on the pancreas, so you will be less “exposed” to diabetes.

For those who always crave sweets at any hour of the day, coconut improves the insulin secretion and good fat from the coconuts will slow down any peculiar rises in the blood sugar that lead to these sweet cravings.

Digestion and other disorders of the bowl can be fixed with the consumption of coconut. If you also are in need of a quick energy boots, drink some coconut juice or crunch on some coconut flakes and you will instantly beat fatigue and you will improve your athletic performance. Remember that you can include coconut in a liquid form such as coconut water or coconut milk in your diet, or you can cook your meals using coconut oil instead. There are many forms of using coconuts, so don’t make excuses because there aren’t any.

Coconut oils can also be used for other external uses such as hair treatments. You can use a few drops of this oil to prepare homemade hair masks and beautify your hair even more. However if you ingest coconuts, you will have healthy bones and teeth and you won’t have to worry about osteoporosis. So if you are lactose intolerant, coconut is the answer in your case.

Coconuts have countless health benefits and you can easily purchase these fruits form any local markets or supermarkets. Next time you see coconuts, stop and think of the endless uses and perks they unleash on your body and health. Then turn around and put some in your shopping cart. You won’t regret it and you will see results in no time!