Benefits of Coconut

Coconut belongs to tree of the palm family Arecaceae.The scientific name of coconut is Cocos nucifera. Most of the world's coconuts are produced on small native plantations.Coconut is highly nutritious and rich in fiber,vitamins and minerals.Coconut is used for various purposes such as medicine,culinary and in pharmacy.

Health Benefits

 The health benefits of coconut includes the following,

• Coconut is a very versatile and indispensable fruit for people under the tropical belt.It is a complete food is rich in calories,vitamins and minerals.
• Coconut has many bioactive compounds that are essential for better health.
• Lauric acid is an important saturated fatty acid present in the coconut.It increases good HDL cholesterol levels in the blood.HDL is a high-density lipoprotein,which has beneficial effects on the coronary arteries by preventing vessel blockade.
• Coconut water is a very refreshing drink to beat tropical summer thirst.The juice is packed with simple sugar,electrolytes,minerals and bioactive compounds such as cykotinin and enzymes such as acid phosphatase and catalase.These enzymes aid in digestion and metabolism.
• Coconut kernel is an excellent source of minerals such as calcium,copper,zinc,iron and manganese.Research studies suggest that cykotinins in coconut water showed significant anti-ageing and anti-carcinogenic effects.
• Coconut oil extracted from the dry nut is an excellent emolligent agent.It is used in cooking,to help scalp hair nourishment,in pharmacy and in medicines.It is also a very good source of B-complex vitamins such as folates,niacin,thiamin,riblofavin and pyridoxine.
• Coconut oil reduces protein loss and nourishes for hair.It also improves bone health and dental health.

Coconut helps,

• Reduces Inflammation.
• Protect against osteoporosis.
• Improves digestion and bowel function.
• Protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.
• Prevent liver disease.
• Prevent obesity and overweight problems.