Natural Coconut Water
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The Truth About Coconut Water
By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD
WebMD Feature Archive
Low in calories, naturally fat- and cholesterol free, more potassium than four bananas, and super hydrating - these are just a few of the many benefits ascribed to America’s latest health craze: coconut water.
Dubbed "Mother Nature’s sports drink" by marketers, the demand is skyrocketing, propelled by celebrity and athlete endorsements and promises to hydrate the body and help with a whole host of conditions, from hangovers to cancer and kidney stones.
But is coconut water capable of delivering on all the promises or is it hype?
What Is Coconut Water?
Naturally refreshing, coconut water has a sweet, nutty taste. It contains easily digested carbohydrate in the form of sugar and electrolytes. Not to be confused with high-fat coconut milk or oil, coconut water is a clear liquid in the fruit’s center that is tapped from young, green coconuts.
It has fewer calories, less sodium, and more potassium than a sports drink. Ounce per ounce, most unflavored coconut water contains 5.45 calories, 1.3 grams sugar, 61 milligrams (mg) of potassium, and 5.45 mg of sodium compared to Gatorade, which has 6.25 calories, 1.75 grams of sugar, 3.75 mg of potassium, and 13.75 mg of sodium.
Better Than Some Sugary Drinks
Coconut water has less sugar than many sports drinks and much less sugar than sodas and some fruit juices. Plain coconut water could be a better choice for adults and kids looking for a beverage that is less sweet. But don’t overdo it, says Lillian Cheung, DSc, RD, of Harvard School of Public Health. “One 11-ounce container has 60 calories and if you drink several in one day, the calories can add up quickly," Cheung says.
Cheung, co-author of Savor Mindful Eating, Mindful Life, suggests being mindful about beverage choices and reading labels to choose plain coconut water and avoid those with added sugar or juices, which are no different from other sugary beverages.
Some Athletes Swear By It
Professional tennis player John Isner credits coconut water with keeping him on his feet for his epic 11-hour marathon Wimbledon tennis win. “It is super hydrating and has kept me going in long matches and prevented me from cramping even in the hottest and most humid conditions,” Isner says.
About Linaco Resources Sdn. Bhd.
From our humble beginnings in 1992, the LINACO Group of Companies has progressively grown into a respected supplier of coconut related products, Chinese herbal recipes (Easy-To-Cook) and pre-mixed spices, caramelized sugar and flavors.
We have established ourselves to be one of the most dynamic producers of coconut related products in the world. Exporting to more than 40 countries, including Europe, the Middle East, Hong Kong, China and Australia.
Staying focused to our core value of dealing in only high quality products, we are now a reputable supplier renowned for Consistency in Quality, Reliability in supply, and prompt After Sales Service and Support.
Our strength lies in People, which we consider as our single most important core asset. We provide a positive and healthy working environment where our staff are continuously trained and nurtured to achieve the company’s aspirations, as well as their own.
LINACO – Building brands for a sustainable future.
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In July 2014, COWA Coconut Water was launched in Malaysia. Ready-To-Drink (RTD) COWA Coconut Water is the first and only locally packed natural coconut water in hygienic TetraPak Prisma Aspetic packaging.
2014 also marked a year of accelerated growth with an annual turnover surpassing the RM160 million mark.
Company Information
Company Name : Linaco Resources Sdn. Bhd.
Address : No.17, Lorong Keluli 1C,
Taman Perindustrian Bukit Raja Selatan, Seksyen 7,
40000 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
Telephone Number : +603-3344-3933
Fax No : +603-3344-6933
Email : pohli@linaco.com.my
Website : www.linaco.com.my
Contact Person :
Tan Poh Li
Contact Person Email:
pohli@linaco.com.my
Mobile No:
+6012-221-7383
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