Coconut water is becoming a popular drink now a days.Coconut water is packed with nutrients like potassium , sodium, magnesium and calcium. It is less in calories and low in fat, coconut water is less in sugar and has good amount of electrolytes which proves to be a super hydrating drink. If you are into sports or any kind of exercise, it will definitely boost up your energy and keep you away from cramping symptoms.
Coconut water contains cytokines – that are small proteins which work with cell signalling.Having said that, coconut water has an anti ageing property.If you drink a glass of coconut water on daily basis, you can get rid of age spots, wrinkles and sagging of skin.
Sunstroke leads to dehydration which makes you feel weak and nauseatic. This magic drink aka nariyal pani plays an important role in balancing the electrolytes and will help in a speedy recovery from sunstroke.
Excessive alcohol intake makes you dehydrated due to which you get hangover. To recover from the hangover and to refill the electrolytes, the best remedy is to drink fresh coconut water.
It increases the output of urine and removes all the toxins of the body. You can even drink it empty stomach in the morning, to experience the maximum benefits. It even gives relief to women who suffer from UTI (Urinary tract infections), bloating problems and kidney stones.
Coconut water – a natural diuretic, is a good remedy for infants who are having intestinal worms.
Coconut water is rich in potassium, potassium helps balance out the level of sodium in your blood and keeps your body functioning properly.
Drinking coconut water reduces plaque formation and boost up blood circulation throughout the body.
But as said by experts excess of everything is bad so excessive intake of coconut water could raise your bad cholesterol levels.So have in regulated amounts.
Kavita Chawla, BSC- Health & Nutrition, IHE, DDPHN Nutrition & Health