Coconut
Every 100g of fresh fruit contains: ENERGETIC VALUE Approximately 350 kilocalories NUTRITION FACTS Carbohydrates 15.2 g • Dietary fiber 9.0 g • Sugar 6.2 g Fat 33.5 g Protein 3.3 g VITAMINS AND MINERALS • B1, B5, B9, C, E • Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Magnesium CULINARY USES You can use coconut flakes as toppings to sprinkle over desserts, yogurts, salads or even oatmeal dishes. DESCRIPTION OF THE FRUIT Coconut is a round and elongate fruit of white, fibrous and oily meat covered by thick, brown and hairy shell. Coconuts are surrounded by a fibrous kernel, inside which is a white meat called copra. When the fruit is still tender it yields a milky fluid that is commonly used as basic food in some zones. HEALTH BENEFITS • Coconut flesh is a good source for providing the body with dietary fiber. Regular consumption of coconut in moderation fights against heart diseases by increasing good cholesterol and reduces the bad cholesterol as well. • Regular intake of coconut products speeds up the metabolism by giving an immediate energy boost with fewer calories compared to the other fats. • The fatty acids in the coconut oil have powerful medicinal properties that kill bacteria and viruses.
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