Tag: Coconut

Published in the journal Molecular Metabolism, scientists at the University of Bonn showed how coconut oil is metabolized in the liver, which could have implications for chronic-diarrheal diseases. The study shows that enzymes in fat metabolism in the liver have preferences for certain fatty acids. Is coconut oil toxic to liver? Recent research on coconut […]

Myth: Coconut oil is a heart-healthy cooking alternative. The reality: Coconut oil has been shown to raise cholesterol levels — the good and the bad kinds — more than other plant-based oils like olive or canola. Which oil is good for LDL cholesterol? Heart-healthy oils like canola, corn, olive, peanut, and sunflower oils contain monounsaturated […]

Coconut oil and butter both affect your cholesterol levels. However, while coconut oil increases HDL or high-density lipoprotein, the good kind, butter, on the other hand, increases LDL or low-density lipoprotein, the bad kind. Is it better to eat butter or oil? Although butter contains saturated fats but these fats are heart-healthy while the poly-unsaturated […]

Several coconuts grow together in a bunch and they ripen about the same time. If you want to harvest the fruit for the coconut water, the fruit is ready six to seven months after emergence. If you want to wait for the delicious meat, you need to wait for another five to six months. How […]

Coconut trees are a type of palm trees that have many similarities, but not all palm trees produce coconuts. The main difference is in the leaves. Palm trees have fan-shaped leaves while coconut trees have wide leaves. In addition, coconut trees produce coconuts while palm trees produce palm oil. Why coconut tree is not a […]

Is Florida Coconut edible? The Florida coconut is perfectly edible and is used in the preparations of a lot of food. Are all coconuts safe to eat? Stripping off the outer skin reveals this soft husk. Inside the white coconut is soft, almost gelatinous meat that doesn’t taste of anything. However, white, or young coconuts, […]

Coconuts falling from their trees and striking individuals can cause serious injury to the back, neck, shoulders and head, and are occasionally fatal. How do you keep a coconut tree from falling? Sometimes it can lead to a life-threatening situation. So how are you going to prevent the coconuts from falling in someone? You need […]

The coconut palm (Cocos nucifera) is one of the most useful and iconic trees in the world thanks to its fruit. Unlike most fruiting plants, mature coconut trees produce their fruits year-round rather than in one specific season. What season do coconuts fall? Coconuts take around one year to ripen fully. Several coconuts grow together […]

In Florida the coconut palm is successfully grown from Stuart on the east coast and Punta Gorda on the west coast, south to Key West. The coconut is the most extensively grown and used nut in the world and the most important palm. Are there wild coconuts in Florida? Florida has a tropical climate because […]

They grow naturally in tropical climates, but you can also plant one at home. Whether you plan to grow your coconut tree outside or as a houseplant, it’s an easy process that will produce a charming addition to any yard or home. Can you grow coconuts in your backyard? If you live in an area […]

Coconut palms may live as long as 80 years with adequate watering. According to the Purdue University Agriculture website, watering a coconut palm, or Coco nucifera, with salt water has no improving effect. Coconut palms are salt-spray tolerant but should only be exposed to limited salinity levels when watering. How far can a coconut travel […]

The coconut palm tree can be identified by several characteristics: its columnar trunk, its 15- to 17-foot-long and 4-foot-wide feathery shaped leaves that occupy the crown of the tree and its fibrous covered fruit. The fruit is quite interesting; it can grow up to 15 inches in length and 12 inches in circumference. How can […]

There is a good reason. The palm tree needs to drop its seed, the coconut, as close to the water as possible. Many seeds are carried by wind or animals, but coconuts are taken to start a new life elsewhere, often on another island, by sea currents. Besides, coconut palms are very sturdy individuals. Why […]

The Coconut Palm Tree, which just so happens to be the most grown palm tree in the world, is the only species to produce coconuts. Unfortunately, if you’re anywhere in the United States that isn’t the tropical region of Florida, you’ll be unable to grow Coconut Palms yourself. What is the difference between a coconut […]

Coconuts grow on the coconut palm tree. These trees typically only grow in tropical regions from 25 degrees north latitude to 25 degrees south latitude. Coconut palms grow in places like Australia, the Pacific Islands, Florida, the Caribbean, and Indonesia. Where do coconuts come from originally? Two origins of cultivation In the Pacific, coconuts likely […]

Coconut water is brimming with magnesium and potassium, two minerals that have a relaxing effect on muscles. This helps in calming the body and allowing for an easier and more comfortable sleep. Can we eat coconut during night? Eating raw coconut before sleeping is also good for heart health. The fat present in it can […]

The raw white meat inside a coconut is referred to as the kernel. It has a firm texture and delicious, slightly sweet flavor ( 2 ). If you have a whole coconut, you can scrape the raw meat out of the shell and eat it. Is it good to eat a whole coconut? Raw coconut […]

A few controlled studies have suggested that replacing some of your other cooking fats like soybean oil with coconut oil can reduce waist circumference. However, since coconut oil is very high in calories, it can easily lead to weight gain if eaten it in large amounts. Therefore, it is advisable to use it sparingly. Does […]

Dried Coconut Health Benefits It strengthens you connective tissues. Your skin, ligaments, bones, and tendons fall into the category of connective tissues. It promotes your brain function. It helps lower your blood cholesterol levels. It prevents anemia. Is eating dry coconut good? Desiccated coconut is an ideal source of healthy fat that contains no cholesterol […]

Malibu Original does not contain nuts or tree nuts of any kind (coconut is actually a fruit). See allergen declaration for all our products here. Does Malibu actually contain coconut? Malibu is distilled with coconut extract to capture the flavor of the Caribbean in a bottle. It is made from pure water and Caribbean sugar […]