Coconut
The fruit of the coconut palm, providing various nutritious products including oil, milk, water, and flour, rich in medium-chain triglycerides and fiber
Fruits
Tropical Fruits
Research: Moderate
Scientific Name
Cocos nucifera
Also Known As
Coconut
Coco
Benefits
- Rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs)
- Provides healthy saturated fats
- Good source of fiber (in meat/flour)
- Contains lauric acid
- Supports ketogenic diets
- May support immune function
Common Forms
Oil
Milk
Water
Flour
Flakes
Safety Notes
Generally safe. Those with tree nut allergies should use caution, though coconut is botanically a fruit.
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Types of Coconut
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Coconut Milk
A creamy liquid extracted from mature coconut meat, rich in MCTs and used as a dairy-free alternative
Available Forms:
Coconut Milk Powder
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Coconut Oil
Oil extracted from coconut meat, high in saturated fats and MCTs
Available Forms:
Virgin Coconut Oil
Refined Coconut Oil
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Coconut Water
The clear liquid inside young green coconuts, naturally rich in electrolytes
Available Forms:
Coconut Water Powder
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Coconut Flour
Ground coconut meat after oil extraction, high in fiber and protein
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Coconut Flakes
Dried, shredded coconut meat in flake form
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Coconut Sugar
A natural sweetener made from the sap of coconut palm flower buds, with a lower glycemic index than regular sugar
Available Forms:
Organic Coconut Sugar