This summer, ditch those unhealthy colas and go forthe goodness of
tender coconut water instead.
Nature really went all out when creating the wonderful and
full-of-goodness tender coconut water – the liquid found inyoung or
unripe coconuts. This mildly sweet tasting drink is easily available
in India, especially south India, and makes for a delicious and
refreshing beverage.
While tender coconut water is nourishing when had anywhere in the
world, people living in humid countries specially stand to benefit
from it as it contains nutrients that fight the heat of tropical
regions. And great news for weight watchers – consumed in its natural
form, it has just about 16 – 18 calories per 100 grams.
Coconut water is considered as a "fluid of life". The complex
composition of coconut water comprises ascorbic acid, vitamin B , iron
, protein , fructose, nitrogenand some basic minerals like potassium,
phosphoricacid, calcium and magnesium. It's best to consume it in its
natural form because any kind of process done on coconut water may
destroy its nutrients.
Health benefits of tendercoconut water:
Helps in managing urinary symptoms: Tender coconut water helps to
relieve to control urinary infections . The diuretic quality of
coconut water increases flow of urine and dissolves kidney/urethral
stones in anatural way, thereby keeping the urinary passage clean. In
case of a urinary tract infection, coconut water works as anantiseptic
that helps to remove poisonous minerals.
Fights dehydration: The isotonic qualities present in coconut water
help to regain natural salts and fluids that are otherwise lost by
physical activities and exhaustion. Coconut water is considered better
than commercial sports drink because it is the richest source of
electrolytes and contains more potassium than a banana.
Helps in intestinal disturbances: It even treats intestinal
disturbances in all age groups. Coconut water taken with one teaspoon
of olive oil for 3 days will kill the worms present in the intestine
thereby improving the digestion. Coconut water is sweet and a little
oily in nature It's especially recommended for the old and sick who
are facing problems in digesting solid and semi solid foods.
Good for pregnant women : Tender coconut water is helpful to pregnant
women who usually suffer from acidity,heartburn and indigestion.It is
an outstanding energizer that helps a woman keep up with the changes
that come at different points of the pregnancy. It helps to boost the
levels of amniotic fluid, which playsa vital role in the overall
wellness of the baby.
Increases immunity: Tender coconut water is a good source of Lauric
acid,which is believed to have antimicrobial properties. Ithelps in
the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections caused by
pathogenic bacteria and viruses like Herpes, HIV and flu. In fevers
like malaria , typhoid, measles and chicken pox vomiting is common,
the electrolytes present in coconut water help to settle the stomach
and thereby control nausea/
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'' Our Lord ! grant us good in this world and good in the hereafter and save us from the torment of the Fire '' [Ameen]
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Rabbanaa aatinaa fid-dunyaa hasanatan wafil aakhirati hasanatan waqinaa 'athaaban-naar/-
(Surah Al-Baqarah ,verse 201)
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