10 reasons to drink coconut water

Springtime, detox, bikini body, we so many think about right now. We have one simple tip to follow to get your body on the right track - coconut water! By now you should already know that there is nothing healthier to drink, but let's see what is this all about.



Let's start with few words on the basics - what exactly is coconut water? This magic potion is in fact clear, slightly turbid liquid inside young, still green coconut, packed with nutrients. Here are just few of many benefits. It is 95% water and there is usually some jelly-like meat on the inside of the fresh coconuts.

 1) REHYDRATION

Coconut water is in fact best isotonic you will get, as it contains essential electrolytes. Coconut water is a source of five important minerals: potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium and phosphorus. 


2) POST-WORKOUT DRINK

Add a pinch or two of sea salt to your coconut water drink and you get just the right level of sodium flushed away during workout. Coconut water contains 295 mg of potassium, which means that one cup of this tropical drink has more potassium than a banana.


3) PERFECT SKIN

Coconut water has the ability to clear up and subsequently tone the skin. Drinking coco water helps to moisturize the skin within and eliminates large amounts of oil.




4) REDUCES BLOOD PRESSURE

A disproportionate level of electrolytes can result in high blood pressure. Because coconut water contains an adequate supply of each, it can be used as a balancing mechanism.



5) COMPATIBLE WITH HUMAN BLOOD

Fun fact - coconut water is similar to human blood plasma. During World War II British and Japanese patients were given coconut water intravenously in an emergency because saline was unavailable.


6) HELPS IN WEIGHT LOSS

The fat content in coconut water is extremely low, so you can drink it without the fear of empty calories, present in many flavored drinks. It also helps to keep your appetite lower and makes you feel full because of its rich nature.


7) ULTIMATE HANGOVER REMEDY

Coconut water will help you to settle your stomach and replace essential electrolytes.


8) RELIEF IN DIGESTION

Because of its high concentration of fiber, it helps to prevent indigestion and reduce the chance of acid reflux.

9) IT IS ANTI-AGING
It contains a group of plant hormones called cytokinins, which are involved in the growth, development and aging of a plant. According to Journal of Anti-aging medicine, cytokinins have an anti-aging effect on human cells too. They prevent cells from undergoing degenerative changes.



10) IMPROVES IMMUNE SYSTEM

Coconut water boosts the immune system and helps fight infections. It contains Lauric acid – a medium-chain fatty acid -and is anti-fungal, anti-viral and anti-bacterial. Three in one!



fot. Zuzanna Żmihrowska; Kasia Wolska; Anita Nawarkiewicz

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