Coconut water is included in your favourite drinks for breaking the fast. Effect of freshness of coconut water, among other things, due to the coconut water containing natural electrolyte that is very good to replace fluids lost.
WebMD site mentioned, coconut water is composed of water (94 per cent) and low in calories. Coconut milk is also a source of potassium, B vitamins, enzymes, and amino acids as well as having the effect of antioxidants in the body.
Scientific research about the benefits of coconut water is still limited, but one of them mention the patient's blood pressure, high blood pressure who routinely consume the coconut water down to 71 percent.
"Compared with isotonic sculpting drinks or energy drink, coconut water is rich in potassium than sodium. As known, sodium should be limited because it can cause hypertension, "says Dr. Helmin Agustina Silalahi, medical advisor, in the event of Kalbe Conference Hydro Culinary Ramadan Jakarta, Saturday (5/8/2011).
Potassium and potassium are known to be beneficial to heart health. Therefore, experts say, drink coconut juice unsweetened pure could help lower the risk of heart disease.
"World Food Organization (FAO) have already stated, the coconut water as a natural energy drink. Fructose content and glukosanya can also make energetic body back after a day of fasting, without worrying about blood sugar goes up, "said Helmin.