Lets know the benefits of Coconut on “World Coconut Day”

Coconut is used in different forms in every Indian household since ages now. It has plenty of benefits to offer. It is used for its water, milk, oil and its tasty meat. It is known to enhance the flavor of the dishes. Coconut is also rich in potassium, a mineral which helps in balancing the sodium levels in the body and regulate blood pressure. Here are 5 benefits of Coconut that you must know this “World Coconut Day”! Coconut helps in Losing Weight If you are looking to lose weight, then you should consume coconuts. Even with saturated fat, it is not as dangerous as the saturated fat which is soaked in high calories and cholesterol. It contains a medium-chain fatty acid that not only aids in weight loss but boosts metabolism at the same time. The fat burns off as energy rather than sticking to your belly and also maintains a balance in your digestive tract and detoxifies your body.  Keeps you Hydrated Coconuts keep you really hydrated as it has the highest-rated electrolytes which help in keeping your body hydrated. It will also keep your nerves and muscles functioning optimally. Helps in improving your skin Coconut oil keeps your skin healthy and young. It has antioxidants which slows down the aging process and also protects your skin from harmful radiation from the sun. Eliminates Scalp Infections The coconut oil has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties which protect the scalp from lice, dandruff and itchy scalp. These reasons are majorly responsible for reducing hair growth, hence coconut oil helps in dealing with all these infections and increasing hair growth. Also Read | Effective ways to reduce belly fat at the earliest Benefits your Heart Health The studies prove that people who frequently consume coconut have lower risk of heart diseases. It is proven that it helps in having higher levels of HDL which are the good cholesterol present in our body. It helps in maintaining proper heart health. Coconut has wide range of benefits; however, it should be eaten in moderation! -PTC News