Benefits of Coconut Water

Coconut Water

(Liquid from Coconuts)

Coconut water is not water with coconut flavor added. It's the fluid inside the coconut, not to be confused with coconut milk, which is an emulsion of coconut water and fresh grated coconut. So coconut water is a type of juice.
Compared to other juices, coconut water has similar or fewer carbohydrates and calories in an 8-ounce serving. However, coconut water has more potassium, sodium, magnesium and calcium than most juices. 

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (240 g)

Per Serving % Daily Value*

Calories 46

Calories from Fat 4

Total Fat 0.5g 1%

Saturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 252mg 11%

Carbohydrates 8.9g 3%

Dietary Fiber 2.6g 11%
Sugars 6.3g

Protein 1.7g

Vitamin A 0% · Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 6% · Iron 4%

The Secret to a Healthy Skin

Leave aside drinking; the mere application of coconut water can make your skin glow instantly. It can even act as a natural moisturizer and keep pimples at bay. 

• It brings an instant glow to your skin. For this, wash your face with coconut water every day. This will soon give you a glowing, smooth, and even-toned skin. Also, a pack of turmeric, coconut water, and red sandalwood paste will help you get a smooth and flawless complexion.
• As it is light in consistency, it can also be used as a natural moisturizer. It helps in reducing the oil and greasiness of the skin. It is highly recommended for people with oily skin.

• It can cure your sun tan as well. For this, apply a pack of multani mitti (fuller’s earth) and coconut water daily. This natural face pack removes tan and dark spots, leaving your skin with a radiant glow.
• Washing your face daily with fresh coconut water can also help you to prevent blackheads, acne, blemishes and pimples that often take away your good night’s sleep.
• If you have a dry and dull skin, a splash of coconut water or a gentle dab of it can rehydrate your skin instantly. Besides this, coconut water is a fantastic hydrating alternative to water. Drinking it can cure dehydration, thereby keeping your skin soft and supple. It is this dehydration in the body which does not allow the excretion of body toxins, leading to several skin related ailments. 

For your beautiful hair

Benefits of coconut on your dull and frizzy hair are umpteen. No! it is not the coconut oil that is being discussed here. It is fresh coconut water that can do wonders to your otherwise lifeless hair.

• It addresses the issue of hair loss by improving blood circulation in the scalp. And, it is this proper blood flow, which enhances the density of hair and strengthens the hair follicles preventing it from breakage.

• Massaging hair with coconut water every day can bid adieu to unruly, rough and frizzy hair. It makes your hair smooth, soft, and shiny. With its powerful hydrating properties, coconut water moisturizes your hair roots, giving them much strength. It can also be used as a natural conditioner.
• It comes with anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, which prevents itchy scalp, dandruff, and other infections that hinder hair growth.