Coconut can be added to your diet in any form as it provides good healthy fats, improves digestion and absorption of nutrients. The Lauric acid content in the coconut helps to fight against bacteria, viruses and any kind of fungi.

Consuming coconut helps to boost our immune system, maintains thyroid functioning and is great for skin health.

Coconut Oil: It is solid at room temperature and rich in saturated fatty acids (like Lauric acid — a medium-chain triglyceride) which helps to boost metabolism and enhance weight loss along with improving HDL (good) cholesterol levels. It can also be used to improve skin health as it contains antioxidants that slow down the ageing process, helps prevent sagging skin, wrinkles, age spots and protects our skin from harmful sun radiation.

Coconut water: It is low in calories, rich in electrolytes (like sodium, potassium) and great for hydration. Coconut water has a good amount of potassium and sodium (electrolytes lost with sweat). It also helps to keep up with optimal muscle and nerve functioning.

Unrefined, unprocessed, virgin coconut oil is safe for consumption and should not be confused with hydrogenated coconut oil which is bad for health and should be completely avoided in your daily diet.

Coconut water is a great refreshing drink that contains electrolytes, easily digesting carbohydrates in the form of sugar, various minerals, vitamins and dietary fibres.

• A great alternative to sports drinks: It helps in restoring electrolytes during and post-workout. You can have coconut water before or after your workout. It has a high amount of potassium which makes it a great sports drink. It helps in fighting fatigue, boosts energy and replenishes lost electrolytes.
• Aids in digestion: It has a high concentration of fibre which reduces the occurrence of acid reflux and aids in digestion. It helps to fight the burning sensation and bloating.
• Boosts Hydration: Due to its electrolyte composition, it is a great way to hydrate your body.
• Helps to lower blood pressure: It has good levels of potassium, magnesium, vitamin C which makes it a great drink that can help to reduce blood pressure. Drinking coconut water helps to control hypertension.
• Coconut water consists of Lauric acid which helps to boost metabolism, immunity and aids in weight loss.
• Coconut water helps to reduce anxiety levels, calm your mind and fight stress.