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While growing up, there was this myth about being a dullard if you take coconut water. How tricky this was, I am certain some of us stayed away from the coconut water.
Contrary to this myth, there are great benefits of the tender coconut water. This clear liquid has long been a popular drink in the tropical countries where it is available fresh, canned, or bottled.
Wondering what its nutritional values are: the coconut water is packed with antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C and minerals like iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese and zinc. It also about 19 calories in a 100 ml amount. Coconut water is 95% water and 4% carbohydrates, with protein and total fat content of 1% each.
Now what are its benefits?
Purgative: For constipations, coconut water happens to be a quick remedy. Drinking plenty of this coconut liquid equates natural laxative.
Rehydration: In the hot and humid weather, fresh coconut water works faster than pure water when you feel dehydrated.
Post workout drink: It serves as a health drink after a tedious workout. It helps avoid muscle breakdown and electrolyte imbalance.
Weight Loss/Maintenance: This healthy liquid is a low-calorie thirst quencher that is both highly filling and satiating. Replacing your regular high-sugar drinks with coconut water makes it a valuable weight loss tool. It contains fiber that keeps you feeling full for longer periods. If you have a glass of it half an hour before a meal, you will eat less.
Though it is given that too much of it may lead to diarrhea, its benefits cannot be overruled.
When next you come across coconut water, do take a gulp of it as it is a part of maintaining good digestive health and bowel function.
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