MYTH – COCONUT WATER IS WEIGHT GAINER
TheΒ coconut treeΒ (Cocosnucifera) is a member of theΒ palm treeΒ family. CoconutΒ is a seed because it is the reproductive part of the tree,Β coconut is a fruitΒ because it is a fibrous one-seeded drupe andΒ coconutΒ is a nut because a loose definition of a nut is nothing but a one-seeded ‘fruit.
So if categorized in all the section of plant family how can it be harmful for health? It is one of the most useful trees in the world, and is often referred to as the “tree of life”.
Amount Per 100 grams – One Coconut yields (206 g) | |
CaloriesΒ 19 | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total FatΒ 0.2 g | 0% |
Saturated fatΒ 0.2 g | 1% |
Polyunsaturated fatΒ 0 g | Β |
Monounsaturated fatΒ 0 g | Β |
CholesterolΒ 0 mg | 0% |
SodiumΒ 105 mg | 4% |
PotassiumΒ 250 mg | 7% |
Total CarbohydrateΒ 3.7 g | 1% |
Dietary fiberΒ 1.1 g | 4% |
SugarΒ 2.6 g | Β |
ProteinΒ 0.7 g | 1% |
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Vitamin A | 0% | Vitamin C | 4% |
Calcium | 2% | Iron | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0% | Vitamin B-6 | 0% |
Cobalamin | 0% | Magnesium | 6% |
Β It provides food, fuel, cosmetics, and folk medicine and building materials, among many other uses. The inner flesh of the mature seed, as well as theΒ coconut milkΒ extracted from it, forms a regular part of the diets of many people in theΒ tropicsΒ andΒ subtropics. Coconuts are distinct from other fruits because theirΒ endospermΒ contains a large quantity of clear liquid, calledΒ coconut waterΒ orΒ coconut juice
Coconut water forms naturally in the fruit and contains 94% water and very little fat. Since it is natural occurring we protect our body from the exposures of harmful pesticides and preservatives.
Coconut water is found in young coconuts and a good source of fibre, Nevertheless, with its 3 grams of fibre and a digestible carbs it helps in maintaining gut health.
Coconut water may be great for controlling blood pressure and Heart diseases: It is a good source of vitamin C and several important minerals like potassium and magnesium. Coconut water may help lower blood pressure and potentially decrease the risk of blood clots forming in your arteries.
Coconut water contains antioxidants: Free radicals are unstable molecules produced in your cells during metabolism. Their production increases in response to stress or injury. Coconut water contains antioxidants that protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals. When there are too many free radicals, your body enters a state of oxidative stress, which can damage your cells and increase disease risk
Coconut water can be consumed directly from green coconuts: It is always fresh. It is organic. It is biodegradable. People are ready to spend money in sugar coated drinks but feels they pocket pinching for fresh coconut water.
Coconut water is a sport Drink: It is rich in minerals so helped in maintaining the electrolyte balance in our body. Helps in avoiding muscular cramps.
Coconut cultivation provides livelihood top millions of family residing majorly in costal belt of our nation. India ranks third in area and production of coconut in the world. The four southern states viz . Kerala,Β Tamil Nadu,Β KarnatakaΒ andΒ Andhra PradeshΒ are the major coconut producing states in India accounting for more than 90 per cent of area and production.
If we consume them we contributing in the economy of our nation.
Avoid brands with added sugar, sweeteners or flavours.
If you start sipping away at this tropical drink, you will be avoiding products withΒ added sugar. So water from Kalpavriksha’ – the ‘tree of heaven’ as each and every part of the palm is useful to mankind in one way or other should be consumed without any hesitation. Be the part of this swadeshi movement.
123 thoughts on “MYTH – COCONUT WATER IS WEIGHT GAINER”
Illuminating
Thank you! Reap the benefits of tree of life.
Thankyou Smita for the detailed nutritive info on Coconut water. I love coconut waterπ
Thank you! Mother Earth full of treasures.
Very insightful
Absolutely true…but is there any best time to have coconut water ? Like empty stomach or after breakfast etc, etc..
Thank you! coconut water should be consumed before sunset.
Thank you! Reap the benefits of this kalpavirsha.
Awesome info Ma’am.Whether it is stamina in the gym or when you run, coconut water is THE best natural drink, free from side effects!
Awesome info Ma’am.Whether it is stamina in the gym or when you run, coconut water is THE best natural drink, free from side effects!
Thank you! Coconut water is perfect for pre ,post and in between -workout drink.
Super food
Thank you! It’s our local superfood.
yesΒ coconut water has calories and i avoid taking it
Swati Coconut water is not the weight gainer. Its a myth. Start including it in your diet,Its very nutritive drink.
Extremely informative.Enriching read.
Thankyou! Reap the benefits of mother earth.
Extremely informative.Enriching read.
Extremely informative.Enriching read.
Informative. Is der any best time for drinking coconut water?
Thank you!Any time before sunset.
Each & every part of coconut ( frm seed to outer cover) is useful & has it’s own importance . I love drinking it, eating it, & also using cocopeat fr my plants. Truly said, it’s a tree of heaven. π
Thank you!Mother earth full of treasures.
Very useful information indeed Smita.
Thank you clarifying the doubts. Very well done . Keep up the great work. π
Thank you!Reap the benefits of tree of life.
Great info smita ππ»
Keep sharing ππ»
Thank you! Each and every part of this tree of life is useful.
I love drinking it…..it’s really refreshing
Thank you!Its the most nutritive refreshing drink.
Hi Smita
In my opinion coconut water is not a weight gainer. Its not oil..something natural and nutritious is always good
True! That is what I’m propagating coconut water is not a weight gainer. The coconut tree is called kalpavrishka. Its each and every part is useful for mankind. I am busting these myths.
Coconut water is not the weight gainer its the biggest myth. Its the juice of tree of life.Each and every part of it is useful.
so true…quite enlightening.
Thank you. It’s the water of the tree of life.
Love Coconut for these benefits ππ»ππ»ππ»
Thank you! It’s after all its kalpavriksha.
Absolutely natural and it is such a good part of our lives..lets keep our nature safe for our future generations. Being a Tamilian…would wait expectently whenever a coconut would be broken at home to drink the super cool invigorating water.Thanks Smita for reminding my childhood days. KEEP US HEALTHY.
Thank you! Coconut water is full of life. Keep including it in your daily diet.
Very informative and useful article, especially when we should all be promoting #vocalforlocal .
As a food psychology counsellor and weight management specialist, I would also like to point out that the MCTs in coconut oil and water make it beneficial for liver detox and brain health. The MCTs promote the neurotransmitters to maintain healthy hormone function.
Look forward to more interesting articles from you Smita.
Cheers!
Thank you! Rightly said. The coconut tree is also called kalpavrishka as every part of it is useful in one way or the other. The flesh, The water,The Oil.The shells,The Husk, tree leaves,The sticks etc all are used of this tree of life.
Very informative article Smita. Coconut in its various forms is extensively used down south and is part of daily cooking in our home …..and definitely a super food
Thank you! Coconut is called kalpavrisha because it is coveted in Hindu religion and is an integral part of every religious ritual.
Love coconuts! β€οΈ It’s so refreshing!
I try to drink tender coconut water if I have to go out in the sun. The best thing is that this is available here in Bengaluru throughout the year.
Thank you! wonderful to know that. keeping drinking the juice of tree of life.
Something natural and nutritious Always tell my Son who is in Pune to take coconut water rather cold drink