It is an amazing feeling, sipping coconut water sitting on a chair, under an umbrella, near the sea beaches. Though coconut water is available everywhere including cities, but we miss the notion and romanticism of having coconut waters near a seaside. People believe coconut water is tastier when consuming near a seaside.
Cultivation of coconut occurs in great volumes near the seashore of Sri Lanka, Orissa, South India, Andaman and Goa. Every part of a coconut tree is useful for us. For instance, the roots of the plants are in use to manufacture tooth paste, the leaves are used in making brooms, etc. The coconut fruit gives coconut oil. This pure coconut oil is better than the coconut oils available in the market. This removes dandruff and supplies proteins and vitamins to the hairs.
Several health benefits of the coconut water
Coconut water is a must drink in summer as no other safe and better alternative is available than this. It helps in quenching thirst and maintaining the water balance of the body. Besides, one may consume it throughout the year to reap greater health benefits. It is a suitable drink for any age. The coconut tree belongs to the cocos nucifera species. Coconut water depends on the size of a coconut fruit and this may vary from 200 milliliters to one liter. After cutting the coconut, one should drink soon or else may get infections or germs. Now, let us find out the useful health benefits of the coconut water.
- Also known as 'the fluid of life' because it has a natural isotonic solution. This solution helps in maintaining the electrolyte balance of the blood.
- Coconut water is pure, tasty, germ free and full of protein benefits. It consists of sugar, vitamins, minerals, electrolyte, amino-acid, enzyme, photo-hormone, cytokinin, etc.
- This drink is superior in taste and quality than the artificial cold drinks that are available in the market. Cold drinks contain empty calorie, carbon-dioxide, phosphoric acid, etc. So, consumption of cold drinks in not only bad for the tummy, but also for the body.
- The cytokinin in coconut water controls the process of blood clotting in the human body. Besides, it prevents quick aging and prevents cancer.
- Presence of bio-active enzymes help in digestion.
- Consumption of coconut water is advisable in problems like diarrhea. As a lot of water, sodium and potassium moves out from the body, one gets dehydrated soon. This may result in many symptoms including drying of face, cramps, etc. Coconut water not only re-hydrate the body, but also supplies the necessary amount of potassium, sodium together with plenty of water. This relieves from the symptoms of diarrhea.
- It has the vitamin C, calcium, iron, manganese, magnesium, zinc, etc. Vitamin C is a great anti-oxidant.
- Good for the skin as it prevents from boils, wrinkles, etc. Also prevents from the attack of worms in the liver.
- It prevents indigestion and problems that relate closely to gastric problems.
- Hypertension patients can also consume it without any worry.
- Makes the immune system of the body stronger because it has mono-lauric acid. It is far better than processed milk.
- Helps in controlling vomit among the patients suffering from diseases. It also helps in controlling the PH level of the blood.
Note: In certain diseases and conditions, it is important to seek medical advice before consuming coconut water.
