Fresh Coconut
About the product:
Coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm. It's used for its water, milk, oil, and tasty
kernel. Coconuts have been grown in tropical regions for more than 4500 years. It’s popular for their flavour, culinary uses and potential health benefits. Coconut kernel is tasty and slightly sweet which can be enjoyed as raw or dried and many related products are produced from it such as coconut milk, cream, and oil. Coconut is also known for its deliciously sweet water.
Storage:
Fresh unopened coconut can be stored at room temperature. The grated fresh coconut should be put in a tightly sealed container or plastic bag and should be frozen or refrigerated.
Nutritional Facts:
Coconuts are high in carbohydrates, manganese, protein, copper, iron and several important minerals.
Benefits:
Coconuts are high in manganese which is essential for bone health. Coconuts are also rich in copper and iron, which help form red blood cells, as well as selenium, an important antioxidant that protects your cells. Eating coconut may improve cholesterol level which is a risk factor for heart disease and help to decrease belly fat.
Country of origin: Srilanka