Coconut (Raw)

Produce Description:

In 1555, English print mentions coconut. Its name comes from the word coco, which means `monkey face` in Spanish and Portuguese. Coconuts were once used as a form of currency. Coconuts are good for the metabolism, digestion, cholesterol and blood sugar regulation.

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Coconut gives the body a quick burst of energy, which is good for weight loss. It helps prevent overeating and boosts the metabolism. Coconut oil helps the absorption of nutrients and destroys parasites, fungi and bacteria. Coconut water is a natural diuretic and aids kidney and liver disorders. Manganese, zinc, calcium and iron in coconut help prevent osteoporosis and strengthen teeth and bones.

Lauric acid in coconuts works to raise healthy HDL cholesterol and prevent arterial blockages. The fiber in coconut helps regulate bowel movements and blood sugar levels. Coconut can be used to aid indigestion, ulcers, colitis, diarrhea, dysentery and piles. Coconuts can help treat vomiting, bloating and dyspepsia.

Alanine: 0.076 g -

Arginine: 0.246 g -

Aspartic acid: 0.146 g -

Calcium, Ca: 6 mg -

Carbohydrate, by difference: 6.85 g -

Copper, Cu: 0.196 mg -

Cysteine: 0.03 g -

Fatty acids, total monounsaturated: 0.641 g -

Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated: 0.165 g -

Fatty acids, total saturated: 13.364 g -

Fiber, total dietary: 4 g -

Glutamic acid: 0.342 g -