Ingredient Spotlight : Coconut - Cocos Nucifera
Coconut comes from the coconut palm that is grown in tropical areas throughout the world.
Coconut is rich in fat, proteins, minerals, vitamins, fiber, and carbohydrates, therefore making it an excellent source of nutrition.
Coconut flour is prepared from the ground residue after the extraction of the milk, it is essentially defatted.
Coconut flour has a lower glycemic Index when compared to conventional flour, and it is also gluten free and rich in fiber.
The fiber content of Coconut flour may help in cholesterol regulation.
Natural Coconut water is a healthy, low calorie way to hydrate and replenish electrolytes.
Virgin Coconut oil is rich in medium chain fatty acids- MCFA ‘s, which in experimental models are metabolized for energy; however long chain fatty acids are stored in the adipose tissue.
Moderation in consumption is advised, as coconut oil is a very saturated source of fat.
Polyphenols in virgin coconut oil may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Free radicals are highly reactive forms of oxygen that causes inflammation, aging, and cell damage. Our Body has a natural defense mechanism— the antioxidant system —which uses enzymes like superoxide dismutase, catalase, and several others that help protect our bodies. There are dietary sources of these anti-oxidants in vitamins, plants flavonoids, anthocyanin, and polyphenols that are protective to our body. Consuming foods rich in these antioxidants help fight inflammation and aging.
