7 Secret health benefits of drinking coconut water

Thirst Quencher: 7 Secret health benefits of drinking coconut water

Angela Goh

15 Jun 2016

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Helps with weight loss
While coconut flesh and coconut milk are both highly concentrated in fat, the composition of coconut water is completely different. The fat content in coconut water is very low, so plenty of the delicious stuff can be consumed without having to fear weight gain and clogged arteries! Also, coconut water has appetite suppressing properties to make you eat less in the long run.
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A remedy for hangovers
Coconut water can help to settle your tummy after a night out of crazy drinking. This miracle drink can also help to replace nutrients and essential electrolytes that exit the body through dehydration, urination and vomiting.
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Boosts hydration
Coconut water is many times better at providing hydration than your regular sports drinks or energy drinks, plus the mineral-rich fruit water contains natural electrolytes that can replace what was lost during intense physical exertion or exercise.
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Provides plenty of nutrients
From calcium and magnesium to potassium and sodium, there are a whole slew of nutrients present in coconut water that are essential to the human body. So, not only does coconut water taste lovely, it is incredibly healthy too!
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Contains no processed sugar
Pure coconut water contains naturally-occurring sugars, which are much better for you than the highly processed sugars found in soft drinks and sports drinks. If buying canned or boxed coconut water, be sure that they only contain 100% coconut water with no sugar added.
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May lower your cholesterol
Studies have shown that coconut water may help to decrease cholesterol levels, at least in rats - most noticeably in their hearts. It was also discovered that those rats recovered from heart attacks much quicker than rats that did not consume coconut water.
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May lower blood pressure
Research has indicated that by including appropriate amounts of potassium to your diet, you might be able to maintain or reduce your blood pressure.

This tropical nutrient-rich fruit water has been touted to be one heck of a miracle drink by celebrities and supermodels alike.

Ultra-hydrating and full of minerals that your body needs, it is no wonder folks like Madonna, Lara Bingle and Demi Moore have been spotted chugging the stuff. If you live in a tropical country, it’s not a big deal to find fresh coconuts and coconut water being sold at the supermarket or even at your local fresh food market.

Yes, coconut water has plenty of health benefits that you ought to know about. Regular consumption may even help you lose weight and, yep, cure a hangover. Head up to the gallery to check out just how this delicious drink can boost your health!

Angela Goh

Photos: iStock

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