Coconut Water

Did you know that in the second world war, coconut water was used as a successful blood plasma substitute as it created an alkalising blood cleanse, due to its inability to produce heat and destroy red blood cells. A healthy balance of electrolytes in oneas system, as is ensured by coconut water, is a great aid to the overall health and well being of the cardiovascular, immune, nervous and muscular systems in the body. It is known for its low calorific value and highly refreshing properties the world over. Just 9 ounces of coconut water contain 9 grams of carbohydrates, 45 mg of phosphorous, 2 grams of protein, 60 mg of magnesium, 600 mg of potassium and 250 mg of sodium.

Benefits are endless: its an electrolyte and alkalizes the body, it aids in digestion, lowers blood sugar level, antibacterial and antifungal. Coconut water is amazing for diabetics, cause its low in sugar. It is effective at treating include stomach flu, dysentery, indigestion, constipation, intestinal worms, cholera, urinary abnormalities, urethral stone, malfunctioning kidneys, dry and itchy skin, age spots, and wrinkles. The key nutrients in coconut water include lauric acid, cytokinins, chloride, and iron, as well as important electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium, and phosphorous.

Cytokinins and lauric acid are known for minimizing ageing of skin tissue and strengthen connective tissue. Coconut water has been used to treat numerous conditions that affect the digestive tract such as dysentery, diarrhea, stomach flu and cholera. And as a bonus applying coconut water/oil on the skin has been known to help cases of acne, cellulite, eczema, stretch marks and wrinkles.