Coconut

Possible benefits of the coconut:

• Boost heart health
• Support weight loss
• Aid digestive health
• Stabilize blood sugar
• Improve immunity
• Benefit your brain

Agricultural origin: Sri Lanka

Allergens

• Wheat: possible cross contamination
• Gluten: possible cross contamination
• Egg: absent
• Milk: absent
• Nuts: possible cross contamination

Nutritional values ( per 100 gram from supplier )

• Energy: 2767 Kj / 662 Kcal
• Fat: 58.9 g / of which saturated: 55.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 31 g / of which sugar: 7.45 g
• Fibers: 5.73 g
• Protein: 7.63 g
• Salt: 0.27 g

Boost heart health

Coconut meat contains coconut oil, which may boost HDL (good) cholesterol and reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol. Improvements in these markers may reduce your risk of heart disease. One 4-week study gave 91 people 1.6 ounces (50 ml) of either extra virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, or unsalted butter daily. Those in the coconut-oil group showed a significant increase in HDL (good) cholesterol, compared with those given butter or olive oil. An 8-week study in 35 healthy adults showed similar results, finding that 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of coconut oil taken twice daily led to a significant increase in HDL cholesterol, compared with the control group. Another 8-week study noted that people who consumed 7 ounces (200 grams) of porridge made with coconut milk had significant reductions in LDL (bad) cholesterol and increases in HDL (good) cholesterol compared with those who ate porridge made with soy milk.

Support weight loss

Coconut meat may aid weight loss. Studies suggest that the MCTs in this fruit may promote feelings of fullness, calorie burning, and fat burning, all of which may support weight loss. Additionally, the high fiber content of coconut meat can boost fullness, which may help prevent overeating. A 90-day study in 8 adults found that supplementing a standard diet with 1.3 cups (100 grams) of fresh coconut daily caused significant weight loss, compared with supplementing with the same amount of peanuts or peanut oil. Keep in mind that these studies use very large amounts of coconut and MCT oil, so it’s unclear if eating smaller amounts of coconut meat would have the same effects.

Aid digestive health

Coconuts are high in fiber, which helps bulk up your stool and supports bowel regularity, keeping your digestive system healthy. Since these fruits are likewise high in fat, they can help your body absorb fat-soluble nutrients, including vitamins A, D, E, and K. Additionally, the MCTs in coconut meat have been shown to strengthen your gut bacteria, which may protect against inflammation and conditions like metabolic syndrome. What’s more, coconut oil may reduce the growth of harmful yeasts which can cause serious infections.

Stabilize blood sugar

This fruit may lower your fasting blood sugar and alter your gut bacteria to aid blood sugar control.

Improve immunity 

Manganese and antioxidants in coconut may help boost your immune system and reduce inflammation. This fruit’s MCTs may also have antiviral, anti-fungal, and tumor-suppressing properties.

Benefit your brain 

The MCTs in coconut oil provide an alternative fuel source to glucose, which may aid people with impaired memory or brain function, such as those with Alzheimer’s disease.

Source reference

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