Fruit of the month
Coconut
When I say coconut, it always reminds me of a beautiful hot and tropical sand beach by the turquoise sea with many delicious miracle fruits and healed that their coolness and freshness can reduce the hot temperature of our body .
Coconut is a drupe that comes from palm trees and these are the only species allowed in the genus.
According to the nutrition chart 100 g of coconut contains 3.40 g of water, 15.4 grams of protein, fat 46.40 grams, 32.80 grams of carbohydrate and fiber 1 , 80 grams.
This is a fruit nut tender that contains a large amount of water. Pressing the white part of the grated coconut, we can produce coconut milk and coconut oil and even when it is dry, it can be used as coconut flakes and the coconut flour.
Coconut sugar (maja blanca)
Compared to brown sugar, coconut sugar has 18 times more potassium, 30 times more phosphorus, and more than 10 times more zinc and large amounts of K when you tap on inflorescences of the tree.
Coconut sap, from which coconut sugar is derived, contains 16 amino acids. The amino acid that has the highest content of coconut sap is glutamine.
Coconut in Ayurveda
Coconut is known as Naarikela in Ayurveda. The fruit is divided into three categories according to its maturity. Tender (bala) coconut, mid-mature (madhyamâ) coconut, and fully ripe (pakva) coconut.
Coconuts are used for cooking, cosmetic product, fuel in wood stoves, and also Ayurvedic medicine.
An Ayurvedic text for the coconut by the Sanskrit term is "vrikshakalpa", which translates as "the tree that provides all that is necessary to live".
According to Ayurveda this holly fruit has a mild taste and cooling (RasaandViara), and has an alkaline property.
It is a laxative and diuretic. It is used to soothe intestinal problems and is an important source of potassium, fiber, copper, iron, magnesium, folic acid, vitamin B6 and vitamin B5.
Coconut oil
Coconut oil is made up of over ninety percent saturated fat, with some traces of unsaturated fatty acids such as monounsaturated fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids and many minerals and vitamins.
It is highly recommended for vata and pitta dosha and in a small amount for kaphadosha.
According to scientific studies, coconut oil is one of the healthiest oils. Some research shows the negative influence of coconut oil on the human body. However, this research is based on studies of hydrogenated coconut oil, not non-hydrogenated coconut oil or natural milk. Most saturated fat in coconut oil is easy to digest, even without the help of pancreatic enzymes that are then transported through the portal vein to the liver and turned into fast energy.
These types of fatty acids are less likely to cause obesity because they are immediately usable by the body so are not stored. Coconut oil actually lowers cholesterol and improves fat metabolism.
Benefits of coconut according to Ayurveda:
A natural remedy for the bust of stress and anxiety.
- Improve the digestive system and help the metabolism function.
Absorption of other nutrients, including vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
Excellent for hair care. It nourishes the scalp and even the hair with damage.
Can be used as an age natural skin care anti. It is also good for the skin problem such as dry and flaky skin, dermatitis, eczema, etc ....
Anti-inflammatory property.
- Good for the stomach trouble a cause for aggravated pitta.
- Maintain cholesterol levels
- Stimulate the immune system.
- Increase energy and vitality.
Relief of kidney problems.
Reduces the risk of heart disease. Coconut oil is very rich in saturated fatty acids, contains 50% lauric acid that prevents hypercholesterolemia and high blood pressure by maintaining a healthy circulatory system.
- Strengthen the nervous system.
Prevention of excess weight obesity.
Maintaining thyroid function.
- Prevent diseases of the teeth and cavity.
Destroys kidney stores.
It has no side effects or effects of discomfort for the human body.
Provides protection against the ultraviolet radiation of the sun.
It supports healthy memory and improve brain activities.
Cooking and consumption
In fact, you can use it for cooking, it has a great tolerance to heat. You can consume organic coconut butter instead of normal butter to take more benefits from it.
Drink milk and coconut water to cool off and strengthen the cells in your body and keep it healthy and strong.
But remember according to Ayurveda eat in moderation and pay attention to your body type and always listen to your body because it will tell you what it takes.
Enjoy it!
