Health benefits of Coconut

Coconut is found almost around the world, especially in the tropics, the coconut is considered as one of the most useful and nutritious fruits in the world. Many call it the Tree of Life. From its leaves to its trunk, down to it the roots, nothing is wasted. Coconut is a tropical fruit that is rich in protein. The meat of the coconut is very good in destroying intestinal parasites, that we get from eating infected food.


Today, many scientists are looking into the wonders of the virgin coconut oil. It has  many health benefits, which include skin and hair care, stress reliever, weight loss, maintenance of cholesterol levels, increase immunity,   proper digestion and metabolism, cure from certain kidney and heart problems, diabetes, dental care, bone strength and even HIV. Nothing is more nutritious than this tropical fruit.


Other Health Benefits of Coconut :

• Prevents simple goiter (enlarged non-toxic thyroid) because of its organic iodine content.
• Good body builder, so it is a food recommended for building up the body muscles of thin and emaciated individuals.
• Constipation and for any build-up of gas in the stomach and intestinal tract.
• Coconut milk has been found to help cases of sore throat as well as relieving stomach ulcers.
• Coconut oil has been found to heal cuts, scratches, burns and sunburns.

• The oil has also been recommended for facial massage and is reported to be good as a wrinkle remover.
• Coconut oil is also good for the scalp and hair and makes hair dressing unnecessary.
• Intake of at least 2 Tbsp. of Virgin coconut oil per day can lessen your Vitamin E requirement.
• Coconut water is good for kidney and urinary bladder problems.
• Another health benefit of coconut and coconut oil is that MCTs are mostly made up of a specific fat called lauric acid which is an antiviral and antimicrobial agent.
• Coconut oil’s immune enhancing abilities making it a powerful cancer fighting food.

Nutritive Values : Per 100 gm.