Apart from its taste and nutrients it gives to the body, would you believe there are other benefits of the coconut fruit? The coconut fruit can actually be useful for hair care, skin care, and stress relief and even for acne!
Coconut Oil: Coconut oil contains short term medium-chain saturated fatty acids (MCFAs), which is a “healthy” form saturated fat compared to trans-fat. Trans fatty acid consumption is linked with heart problems, depression and increased cholesterol levels. Coconut oil can help you born fat, the fatty acids and breakdown products in coconut oil can kill harmful pathogens, potentially helping to prevent infections. It is also known to be effective as a skin moisturizer and protecting against hair damage. It can also be used as a mild form of sunscreen and as mouthwash.
Coconut Milk: Coconut milk is made from a brew of coconut meat and water. Unlike cow’s milk, coconut milk is lactose free so can be used as a milk substitute by those with lactose intolerance.
Coconut Water: It’s better than a sports drink. Dubbed “nature’s Gatorade”, coconut water is a natural isotonic drink that provides many of the same benefits as formulated sports drinks, including the electrolytes calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium and potassium, but in their natural form. Coconut water is also used to treat acne, you can mix coconut water with turmeric paste, rub it on your face every day to clear pimples and spots.
