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The Real Benefits of Coconut Juice
The coconut tree is sometimes called the "tree of life." Scientifically known as cocos nucifera, this tree is native to Polynesia, Southern Asia and many other tropical regions.
The fruit of the coconut tree has many wonderful merits, but coconut juice is just as beneficial to our overall health.
Coconut juice, otherwise known as coconut water or coconut milk, is a natural isotonic drink, containing the same electrolyte balance as our blood. It is highly recommended for fluid replacement when engaging in physical activities such as exercise, running and sport.
During WWII, coconut juice was even used in emergency plasma transfusions on wounded soldiers. Just as the coconut tree is called the "tree of life", the juice is regarded as the "fluid of life."
Many people, especially those living in tropical countries, drink coconut juice daily. It tastes great, but people also drink it for its nutritional benefits.
Benefits of Coconut Juice
- Coconut juice has more nutrients than whole milk. Unlike whole milk, it has less fat and zero cholesterol.
- Coconut juice is healthier than orange juice because it has significantly fewer calories.
- Coconut juice is more recommended than processed baby's milk because it contains an important element present in mother's milk but absent in baby's milk -- lauric acid.
- Coconut juice has higher potassium content than most energy drinks. It provides 294 mg per serving, giving an energy boost.
- Unlike energy drinks, coconut juice has low amounts of sodium, ensuring that you do not exceed sodium requirements.
- Coconut juice can kill harmful intestinal worms, enhance digestion and prevent stomach problems.
- Coconut juice can flush out kidney stones. Doctors recommend that people with kidney stones should drink one or two glasses of coconut juice everyday.
- Coconut juice helps prevent and treat urinary tract problems such as polyuria by relieving its symptoms.
Moreover, coconut juice is naturally sterile. So you can drink it straight from the fruit. Healthy and yummy coconut juice -- let's drink to that!
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