Healthy Blender Recipes: Are you including COCONUT WATER in your diet? Coconut water is low in calories, low in carbohydrates, and almost completely fat free. Dubbed as “nature’s Gatorade”, coconut water is a natural isotonic energy drink, which assists in maintaining the body’s electrolyte balance. Coconut water is high in protein, B vitamins and ascorbic acid; and contains zinc, selenium, iodine, sulfur, manganese, boron and molybdenum. It is also loaded with potassium. One cup of coconut water contains more potassium than a banana. Fresh coconut water is an all round magical health elixir, boosting the function of the liver, thyroid, kidneys and gall bladder. Not to mention the beautifying powers! Coconut water is great for skin spots and cracked lips. Young Thai (green) coconuts are best. As the coconut matures, the sugar content increases, and the ascorbic acid content decreases. Therefore the nutritional profile is a lot more in our favour if we get them young! I include coconut in many ways in my diet: coconut oil, meat, water, and make cultured puddings and kefir. Coconut water kefir a powerful probiotic drink, and you only need ½ cup in the morning and ½ cup at night. Coconut water is everywhere now. Put look for pure 100% coconut water with no additives or preservatives. Also, try to purchase raw unpasteurized coconut water that has not been heated. A LOT of coconuts are dipped in toxic fungicide and preservative dips such as formaldehyde or sodium metabisulphate before exporting to help eliminate mold and bacteria during the 4 - 6 week shipping process. They are also bleached before wrapping, which affects the water. There is a possibility that these coconuts have also been irradiated during the shipping process. Some coconuts could also be cross pollinated with palm tree, making them incredibly sweet. You can purchase raw coconut water from Whole Foods or health food stores or online from Exotic Superfoods in America, or Organic Lives if you are in Canada. What I do is buy these coconuts in bulk, open a ton of them in batches with friends, and then freeze the water for use later. Just remember to leave about an inch at the top of the container, as the water will expand when frozen. It is better to use it fresh. But it is very convenient to have some frozen available at any time. Please note that it is estimated that over 30% of young Thai coconuts are rotten at stores. This is indicated by a purple coloured pulp and water, with black spots and a pink tinge on the outer husk.
Posted on: Sat, 02 Nov 2013 18:37:42 +0000
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