The doctor all over the world suggests that our fluid intake should be more than what we normally take. And they are actually correct though we seldom practice that in our daily life.
Whenever to quench our thirst we prefer any sugar and calorie laden aerated drinks but we seldom consider having coconut water instead, as if we don’t seem to know that coconut water can be tried at times too. Well, we do try that when we r prescribed by the doctors that coconut water can benefit us in our health related problems. But if we had tried that from the beginning then may be a lot of health related problems may not even arise in the first place. Doctors suggest that pregnant women should drink at least one coconut water everyday. Believe me, it is beneficial for the baby and the mother both. I personally have tried it when I had conceived three years back and it helped me to have a smooth, normal, healthy delivery.
Coconut water contains organic compounds possessing healthy growth promoting properties that have been known to help keep the body cool and at a proper temperature. It orally re-hydrates our body, it is an all natural isotonic beverage; carry nutrients and oxygen to cells; naturally replenish our body’s fluids after exercising; raises our metabolism; promotes weight loss; boosts our immune system; detoxify and fight viruses; cleanses our digestive tract; control diabetes; aid our body in fighting viruses that cause the flu, herpes and aids; balance our PH and reduce risk of cancer; treat kidney and urethral stones and last, but not the least, boost poor circulation. And there may be more benefits about which we may not be even aware of.
One can drink coconut water all throughout the year. Although it takes up to a year for coconuts to mature, the trees bloom up to thirteen times a year, so fruit is constantly forming yielding a continuous harvest year round. Along with coconut water, coconut milk and the matured white flesh within is equally beneficial for our hair, skin and the entire body.
“It’s a natural beverage with the same level of electrolytic balance as we have in our blood.Its the fluid of life,so to speak.” In fact,during the Pacific War of 1941-45, both sides in the conflict religiously consumed coconut water-siphoned directly from the nut, to give emergency plasma transfusions to wounded soldiers.
In our country, coconuts have always been associated with health and prosperity and are present in some form or the other on many auspicious occasions. Young coconuts which have green shells (as opposed to the brown mature coconuts) are the ones with the most water content; this water is called coconut water or coconut juice.
Tender coconut water (elaneer / nariyal pani) is one of the richest sources of electrolytes. It is high in chlorides, potassium, and magnesium and has a moderate amount of sugar, sodium and protein. Potassium helps regulate blood pressure and heart function. Coconut water is also a good source of dietary fibre, manganese, calcium, riboflavin and VitaminC.
Coconut water helps prevent dehydration and relieves exhaustion by replenishing the natural salts lost by the body; it is widely used in tropical countries as a means for oral rehydration needed during diarrhoeal attacks.
It is essentially fat free and has zero cholesterol and some studies have reported that it can have some effect on improving “good” cholesterol levels (HDL) in the body. It is naturally sterile and so perfect for drinking while traveling without the fear of contamination.
Coconut water is a natural diuretic and so increases the flow of urine; this helps prevent urinary tract infections (UTI) as well as reduces the incidence of kidney stones. Coconut water also helps relieve constipation, improves intestinal function and promotes digestive health– it is often recommended to people suffering from acidity and ulcers.
Constipation, sluggish digestion and heartburn are common problems during pregnancy and can be helped to a great extent by drinking coconut water.
Coconut water contains high levels of lauric acid which is what is used by the body to make monolaurin- a disease fighting fatty acid derivative. Lauric acid has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties which protect the body against various infections and boosts the immune system.
With such wide ranging nutritional benefits it is no wonder that coconut water is recommended for pregnant women.In brief, drinking coconut water leads to a healthy, happy life.
Whenever to quench our thirst we prefer any sugar and calorie laden aerated drinks but we seldom consider having coconut water instead, as if we don’t seem to know that coconut water can be tried at times too. Well, we do try that when we r prescribed by the doctors that coconut water can benefit us in our health related problems. But if we had tried that from the beginning then may be a lot of health related problems may not even arise in the first place. Doctors suggest that pregnant women should drink at least one coconut water everyday. Believe me, it is beneficial for the baby and the mother both. I personally have tried it when I had conceived three years back and it helped me to have a smooth, normal, healthy delivery.
Coconut water contains organic compounds possessing healthy growth promoting properties that have been known to help keep the body cool and at a proper temperature. It orally re-hydrates our body, it is an all natural isotonic beverage; carry nutrients and oxygen to cells; naturally replenish our body’s fluids after exercising; raises our metabolism; promotes weight loss; boosts our immune system; detoxify and fight viruses; cleanses our digestive tract; control diabetes; aid our body in fighting viruses that cause the flu, herpes and aids; balance our PH and reduce risk of cancer; treat kidney and urethral stones and last, but not the least, boost poor circulation. And there may be more benefits about which we may not be even aware of.
One can drink coconut water all throughout the year. Although it takes up to a year for coconuts to mature, the trees bloom up to thirteen times a year, so fruit is constantly forming yielding a continuous harvest year round. Along with coconut water, coconut milk and the matured white flesh within is equally beneficial for our hair, skin and the entire body.
“It’s a natural beverage with the same level of electrolytic balance as we have in our blood.Its the fluid of life,so to speak.” In fact,during the Pacific War of 1941-45, both sides in the conflict religiously consumed coconut water-siphoned directly from the nut, to give emergency plasma transfusions to wounded soldiers.
In our country, coconuts have always been associated with health and prosperity and are present in some form or the other on many auspicious occasions. Young coconuts which have green shells (as opposed to the brown mature coconuts) are the ones with the most water content; this water is called coconut water or coconut juice.
Tender coconut water (elaneer / nariyal pani) is one of the richest sources of electrolytes. It is high in chlorides, potassium, and magnesium and has a moderate amount of sugar, sodium and protein. Potassium helps regulate blood pressure and heart function. Coconut water is also a good source of dietary fibre, manganese, calcium, riboflavin and VitaminC.
Coconut water helps prevent dehydration and relieves exhaustion by replenishing the natural salts lost by the body; it is widely used in tropical countries as a means for oral rehydration needed during diarrhoeal attacks.
It is essentially fat free and has zero cholesterol and some studies have reported that it can have some effect on improving “good” cholesterol levels (HDL) in the body. It is naturally sterile and so perfect for drinking while traveling without the fear of contamination.
Coconut water is a natural diuretic and so increases the flow of urine; this helps prevent urinary tract infections (UTI) as well as reduces the incidence of kidney stones. Coconut water also helps relieve constipation, improves intestinal function and promotes digestive health– it is often recommended to people suffering from acidity and ulcers.
Constipation, sluggish digestion and heartburn are common problems during pregnancy and can be helped to a great extent by drinking coconut water.
Coconut water contains high levels of lauric acid which is what is used by the body to make monolaurin- a disease fighting fatty acid derivative. Lauric acid has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties which protect the body against various infections and boosts the immune system.
With such wide ranging nutritional benefits it is no wonder that coconut water is recommended for pregnant women.In brief, drinking coconut water leads to a healthy, happy life.
