Water and coconut oil, its composition and benefits.
Community of @steemit, in a Coco we not only find benefits in water but also we obtain coconut oil that provides benefits both in internal and external use.
Coconut Water.
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Coconut water is a liquid extracted from the green coconut cavity. The residents of those countries where the coconuts grow, have used this water for a long time to drink.
The freshest coconut water is obtained from the immature fruit of the coconut: you must screw the straw in the unstable part and enjoy the drink. Store coconut with water in the refrigerator for no more than 3-5 days.
More water is produced on an industrial scale. Before consuming coconut water, read the information about the content of sugar, carbohydrates, flavors and sweeteners.
When buying coconut water in the store, choose the one obtained by cold pressing. Preserves high levels of minerals and vitamins. Otherwise, the beverage is pasteurized and most of the beneficial properties are lost. There is also little benefit from the fluid produced from the fruit concentrate.
Coconut water, which is found in the fruit of the age of 5-7 months, 90% is composed of water. In addition, part of the water is consumed by the fruit for ripening and enters the pulp - coconut meat. Coconut milk is found in mature coconut, which grew 9 months. It contains 40% less water and more fat.
Coconut water contains: antioxidants; protein; amino acids; vitamins; sodium; magnesium; calcium; manganese and potassium.
In the modern world, coconut water is used in different areas of life for its beneficial properties.
Free radicals have a bad effect on health and cause serious diseases. The antioxidants in coconut water neutralize free radicals and protect cells.
Coconut water improves blood sugar levels and keeps them under control for a long time. This is due to magnesium. The trace element reduces insulin resistance and blood sugar.
Coconut water prevents urolithiasis and the formation of crystals in the urine. These crystals are the result of combining calcium and oxalic acid.
Coconut water prevents stones from adhering to the kidneys and excessive crystal formation in the urine. This is due to a reduction in the production of free radicals that appear in high levels of oxalate in the urine.
Coconut water reduces cholesterol, which affects the heart and circulatory system. It also reduces the amount of fat in the liver, but you need to drink more than 2.5 liters of coconut water per day. Thanks to potassium, the systolic pressure is reduced and blood clots are avoided.
The prolonged physical effort, accompanied by intense perspiration, eliminates electrolytes from the body, important minerals that are responsible for maintaining the balance of fluids. The benefits of coconut water are maintaining high electrolyte readings, which reduce the loss of potassium, magnesium, sodium and calcium.
Coconut water does not cause nausea or discomfort in the stomach, like ordinary water.
The damage of coconut water is excessive consumption, which can reduce or reduce work on weight loss.
There are no serious contraindications to drinking coconut water, but caution should be exercised with those who: intolerance to coconut water; problems with the digestive tract: drink coconut water after consulting with a specialist; and problems with blood sugar.
Coconut oil.
Coconut oil can be called a universal product, because it is used in many areas: cosmetology, cooking, medicine and even in the home: it is used to polish wooden furniture. The product is extracted from the coconuts, or rather from its pulp, which is called copra. Like most oils, coconut is produced in two ways: hot or cold pressing.
The oil produced by hot pressing partially loses its beneficial components. The product produced by cold pressing is considered the most valuable, since almost all the beneficial substances of the coconut remain in it. This method is used less frequently than the first, because it allows you to extract only 10% of all the available oil in the pulp of the nut. This oil is more valuable and more expensive than that obtained by hot pressing.
Coconut oil stored at room temperature and below has an unusual appearance for vegetable oils. It can be in the form of a thick whitish cream liquid or small solid pieces, similar to soap. The liquid and transparent oil is converted when heated to 26 degrees and more.
The main component of coconut oil are polyunsaturated fatty acids, recognized by scientists as vital for humans. As the body does not synthesize them, they can only be obtained from the outside. Coconut oil is one of the best sources of these substances. Contains fatty acids: myristic, lauric, oleic, palmitic, caprylic, linolenic, arachidonic; stearic and capric.
In addition, coconut oil has calcium, phosphorus and vitamins A, C and E, which are valuable substances that preserve beauty and youth.
There are two types of coconut oil: inedible and edible. The latter can be found in stores. It is intended for culinary purposes. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that when it is heated, it does not emit carcinogens. They can replace the usual sunflower oil, and then the dishes will get a refined flavor. It is suitable for making cakes, sweet and vegetable dishes, seafood, salad dressings and adding to cereals and drinks.
The unique combination of fatty acids gives the product healing properties. Metabolized by a special method, they have a positive effect on the brain and improve the condition of people suffering from epilepsy and Alzheimer's disease. The substances in the product increase the level of "good" cholesterol and decrease the level of "bad", they also have an antioxidant effect and this reduces the likelihood of developing vascular and heart diseases. Coconut oil improves immunity, and with regular use reduces the chance of cancer and restores the function of the thyroid gland.
The benefits of coconut oil are also in its ability to help in the treatment of many skin diseases. It has antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. This allows you to use it to fight fungal infections of the skin, hair and nails, with dermatophytosis and mycosis.
It is able to get rid of oil from diseases caused by candida fungi, dermatitis and eczema. It can also be used as an aid in the treatment of lichen, including ringworm.
The oil will help with herpes. It is recommended to heal wounds, treat acne, insect bites, rash of the newborn's diaper and bruises.
The product has a beneficial effect on the digestive tract. It normalizes digestion and has a softening effect. The oil accelerates the healing of the mucous membranes, effectively fights infections and reduces inflammation, so it will be useful for ulcers and inflammations of the intestinal walls and stomach.
The tool will help get rid of heartburn. To do this, just take 1 teaspoon inside.
Coconut oil is an excellent source of energy. After use, increases the work capacity and resistance. The best effect of the product on the state of joints and bones.
Coconut oil is in demand in the field of cosmetology. It is used for the manufacture of creams, soaps, mousses and shampoos, balsams. It has a good effect on the nail plate, hair, skin and face. The product can be used for personal care or to solve appearance problems.
Coconut Oil for the Face.
The product is ideal for dry skin. The oil nourishes, eliminates inflammation, softens, moisturizes and regenerates the skin, and also prevents the appearance of cracks, peeling and irritation. It is also useful for other skin types. For example, a remedy for a skin problem will help eliminate acne and accelerate the healing of wounds after them.
Coconut oil is often recommended for wrinkles. The regular means of rubbing will help to reduce its depth, as well as to soften, increase the elasticity, tone and elasticity of the skin.
The remedy is to fight against another problem of age: pigmentation. To reduce its intensity, you need to lubricate the problem areas.
Coconut oil for the skin.
Coconut oil for the skin can also be used as a sunscreen. It will help prevent burns, protect against UV light and provide a uniform tan. A good cleanser will come out that cleanses the skin and easily removes makeup. It is also a good protective agent, improves blood circulation and helps eliminate toxins.
Coconut oil can be used to care for the nails, skin of the body, hands and feet. It is suitable for massages. The tool improves the therapeutic effect and relaxes the muscles. The skin after such massages becomes velvety, soft and smooth. Good to use the product and anti-cellulite massages.
Effectively the coconut oil of stretch marks, but only those that have recently appeared. It should be applied to problem areas and intensively massaged.
You can use the oil as an independent means. The product does not clog pores and absorbs well. On your base, you can cook different home remedies:
Nutritious cream. Not only nourishes, but also moisturizes. Melt 60 milliliters of the product with a tablespoon of olive oil, then add a drop of benzoin to the mixture and then 10 drops of palm oil and rosewood. Keep no more than two weeks.
Protective cream. Add the coconut oil to any cream. Apply the tool shortly before leaving.
Scrub for acne. Mix a spoonful of honey, brown sugar and sea salt. Add 3 drops of oil to the dough.
Anti-inflammatory mask. Soak oats with milk, when they swell, combine them with honey and 1 tablespoon of butter.
Anti-wrinkle mask. Combine grape, olive and coconut oil in equal proportions. Apply the mixture on the skin and let sit a few hours.
Chocolate mask Nourishes, moisturizes and activates regenerative processes, and the skin looks fresh and young. Melt in a 1/4 tile natural black chocolate microwave. Add the butter to the chocolate and mix. The tool can be applied not only on the face, but also on the neck, neck and problematic areas of the body.
Cleansing Mask Two tablespoons of yogurt are combined with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and three drops of oil.
Coconut Oil for Hair.
Coconut oil provides many benefits for the hair: it improves the appearance; it gives shine and softness; increases elasticity and smoothness; reinforces bulbs and prevents loss, restores and reduces breakage; protects from external influences; weld the tips; and eliminates dandruff.
For hair care you can use products without additional components. If a little oil rubs on curly hair, it will ease your style. To improve the condition of the curls, just apply the oil on the strands and scalp for 30 minutes and then rinse with normal shampoo. Rub the warm tool with light massage movements.
Coconut oil useful for hair tips: regular use will relieve the cross section. You can make masks:
Oily, it is combined with other oils: mustard, castor, peach and burdock. To prepare the mask, combine one teaspoon of three different types of oils and then heat them in a microwave or water bath.
Strengthening. 0.5 tablespoons of glycerin, combined with 40 grams of oil, yolk and 10 milliliters of wine vinegar.
Nutritious In a bowl, crush the banana and place in it 1.5 tablespoons of cream or sour cream and 40 grams of butter.
It is recommended to apply each of the masks on the roots and then on the hair. It is necessary to resist them for about an hour, while the hairy area of the head should be wrapped with polyethylene and then with a towel.
Coconut oil is not easy to wash the hair. To make the task easier, do not place it on the strands in large quantities, and also use it together with less fatty oils or fermented milk products.
The benefits of coconut can not be over emphasized, you have indeed done a good job in educating us on this area.
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