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Some Health Benefits Of Coconut water. by Firmjudge(m): 1:33pm On Apr 25, 2015
Drinking coconut water can save us from various health related problems. It contains a whole lot of supplements and nutrients that are needed to sustain life. Potassium- It helps to lower arterial blood pressure Glucose- It acts as a sugar needed for energy.

Vitamin C- It shields the body from several
ailments.
Vitamin B – It aids in the replacement of worn out tissues.

1. The Ultimate Hangover Remedy.

Next time you overdo it and drink more than
your belly can handle, consume coconut
water to settle your stomach. It will also
replace those essential electrolytes that exit
the body if you experience bouts of frequent
urination and vomiting

2. Anti Ageing: Coconut water contains cytokines and lauric acid, the two important elements which are used in the process of cell growth and their regulation. It has
significant anti-ageing, anti-carcinogenic and anti- thrombotic properties which helps
to minimize skin aging, balances PH levels and keeps the connective tissue hydrated and strong.

3. Cardiovascular Health: Coconut water is rich in magnesium and potassium
and is helpful for people who suffer from low
blood pressure. It also reduces the risk of heart attacks. Coconut water regulates the blood circulation and prevents the formation of plaque. Drinking coconut water regularly contributes to health and prevents heart strokes. Coconut water also helps to increase good cholesterol which makes it a wonderful treatment for maintaining
good cardiovascular health.

4. Increases Metabolic Rate:

Regular consumption of coconut water increases
the metabolism rate which helps to burn sugar alot faster. As a result, the level of insulin in a person’s body burns faster. Thus a person has more energy and loses fat faster.

5. Kidney Stones:

Coconut water also helps in dissolving kidney stones because of the presence of potassium, which plays a key role in urine alkalizing and preventing formation of kidney stones.

6 Digestion:

Coconut water is composed of bioactive enzymes
such as folic acid, phosphatase, catalase,
dehydrogenase, diastase, peroxidase, RNA
polymerases and so on. These enzymes help in easy digestion and metabolism. The water also has more minerals like calcium, manganese and zinc than some fruits like oranges. It is also a good source of Vitamin B such as riboflavin, thiamine, pyridoxine, and folates. Human body requires them from external sources to replenish and
hence It becomes very essential to the human
body.

7. Boosts Energy:

Abundant in essential nutrients, coconut water makes a wonderful energy drink. Coconut water has less sugar and sodium content and has high content of potassium, calcium and chloride which
helps to hydrate, replenish and rejuvenate the body.

8. Manages Stress:

Coconut oil consists of Vitamin B derivatives like riboflavin, thiamine and pantothenic acid which help to reduce stress, anxiety and depression.

9. Diuretic Properties:


Coconut water is effective as a diuretic as it expedites the flow of urine. Coconut water mixed with lemon juice not only aids dehydration, but also helps to cure intestine worms in children.

10 Bloating:

Bloating treatment and prevention is one of the top health benefits of coconut water. It often minimizes flatulence and makes one feel more comfortable.

11 Weight Loss

Coconut water has time and again proven to be very effective for losing weight. This drink has been viewed as one of the healthiest ways to lose
weight as it is a natural drink and contains no
chemicals whatsoever. Coconut water has been used for centuries all over the world for weight loss and has shown positive results. Moreover it is extremely palatable, so you can relish the goodness of coconut water as an early morning juice.

12. Controls Diabetes: Coconut water also helps to control diabetes. Coconut water, when consumed regularly has the ability to improve blood circulation within the
body. It helps to widen the blood vessels which get restricted due to the formation of plaque within them and helps the blood to flow smoothly through them. It also helps to fight against atherosclerosis.

for more
Source: www.stylecraze.com/articles/amazing-benefits-of-coconut-water-for-skin-hair-and-health/
Re: Some Health Benefits Of Coconut water. by Cheks01(f): 8:27pm On Apr 25, 2015
Very educative piece.

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