The "miracle drink" has been steadily gaining popularity for its flavor, hydration properties and nutritional value.
The most "trendy" benefit of coconut water, as seen in the marketing of commercial products such as Zico and Vita Coco, is re-hydration.
Coconut water has been dubbed "the natural Gatorade" for its high levels of electrolytes and minerals.
It helps promote weight loss, relieves rashes when applied externally, can be used as an antiseptic or as an emergency substitute during a blood transfusion and may aide the body's immune system when fighting AIDS, cancer and diabetes.
Coconut water has also proven beneficial for alleviating nausea, as it naturally settles the stomach.
Pregnant women in tropical climates use it to alleviate morning sickness and to soothe the stomach after vomiting. It's a diuretic, which helps prevent urinary tract infections and kidney stones, and it aids digestion and prevents constipation, a common complaint during pregnancy.
Coconut water is low in fat and calories
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