The COCONUT

Coconuts have a bad reputation. That’s because the meat of this fruit is largely composed of saturated fat. But while that may sound unhealthy, the hard science tells a different story.







1. Coconut oil is an excellent skin moisturiser and that it kills germs.


2. The primary saturated fat in coconut meat, cream, and oil is lauric acid,
    which lowers markers of heart-disease risk by improving your ratio of
    total cholesterol to good HDL cholesterol.


3. Like olive oil and butter, coconut oil is ideal for cooking because heat doesn’t
    cause its fats to oxidize—a reaction that can create unhealthy free radicals.
    Look for virgin or extra-virgin coconut oil, like Spectrum Organic.


4. Most of the saturated fats in coconut are “medium-chain” fatty acids. These
    fats are preferentially burned for energy, instead of stored as belly fat.


5. Coconut oil has antimicrobial properties, which may help fight off infections
    and pathogens.


6. Fresh coconut water, which is found in young, green coconuts, contains
    potassium, sodium, and glucose, and is also very palatable. In fact, it’s an
    ideal beverage for rehydrating after exercise. For a ready-to-drink product,
    check out O.N.E. 100% coconut water.