The Uncountable Uses of Coconut

So you have taken a new year resolution to become healthier and run a marathon. As you get ready for it and practice running, you start to feel exhaustion and fatigue. You are in dire need of something to drink, something fulfilling and nourishing. What do you do? You buy some coconut water and then drink the sweet, viscous,  and delicious water out of it. Then just like icing on the cake, the creamy malai is present to elevate the entire experience and make the tiredness go away.

From the smell of our hair after champi to the delicious curries grandma used to make coconuts are a  delightful part of everyone's life and its merits don’t end at just being a nostalgic memory. There are a lot of benefits of coconuts for us and the environment, so let’s have a look at the uncountable uses of coconut.

You can eat it - and you knew that.

Coconut makes for some of the most delicious and refreshing drinks and food out there. From creamy prawn curries and sweet burfi to cocktails near the beach, coconuts can be had in a variety of ways and almost every part of it can be used in some way or the other. Due to its nutritional benefits coconut is often considered a superfood. Eating coconuts daily supports the development of healthy teeth and bones. By doing so, you will improve your body’s ability to absorb manganese and calcium, which is vital for bone development and can also help prevent osteoporosis, a condition responsible for making bones fragile and thin while causing loss of density. Coconuts are also an excellent alternative for people that are lactose intolerant.

It’s good for your skin and hair ( grandma was right all along )

While it may still surprise most, some people are beginning to realize that aside from kitchen counters, coconut oil deserves a spot on bathroom shelves and bedroom vanities as well. Coconut oil is the most abundant source of lauric acid, a fatty acid known for its antimicrobial, moisturizing, and hormone-balancing properties. Aside from its anti-aging and skin-healing abilities, it also stimulates the production of collagen, and its vitamin E content protects the skin from sun damage.

And when it comes to the hair, the anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties are very beneficial to the hair. 

Hydration, digestion, and no constipation

By consuming water found in young coconuts, you will get all the electrolytes you will ever need. It is the highest-rated source of electrolytes, which is primarily responsible for keeping your body hydrated. It will also keep your nerves and muscles functioning optimally.

Coconut also has a lot of natural fibers which aids digestion and keeps the gut healthy. Regular consumption of coconut can reduce the stomach ailments caused due to unhealthy diets and lifestyles. A good reason for a trip to the supermarket, isn’t it?

Makes for really good utensils and is eco friendly

Every part of coconut even the shell which is usually thrown away can be used if intended so. The shell can be made into sustainable and eco-friendly bowls, which are durable to aesthetically pleasing. Great for serving smoothies, soups, and eating cereal the bowls can be a part of your perfect morning.

This is all about the benefits of coconuts as of now. If you feel the need to get hold of it, check out Bibgbluemarble’s Coconut Eco Bowl Set, it is just the right thing for you and also comes with a spoon and a fork. Way to get into a sustainable lifestyle.