What’s Coconut milk
Coconut milk is a drink. Coconut milk is classified as thick or liquid based on its consistency and degree of processing. Condensed coconut milk means the coconut meat is finely ground and boiled or simmered in water. This mixture is then filtered through cheesecloth to create thick coconut milk. Thin coconut milk is when after making thick coconut milk, the remaining grated coconut in a thin cloth is simmered in water. The pressing process is then repeated to create liquid milk.
Coconut milk nutritions
Since coconut milk is a high-calorie food, about 93% of its calories come from fat, including saturated fats called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).
Coconut milk is also a source of several vitamins and minerals. One cup (240 grams) of coconut milk contains:
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Calories: 552
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Fat: 57 grams
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Protein: 5 grams
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Carbs: 13 grams
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Fiber: 5 grams
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Vitamin C: 11% RDI
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Folate: 10% RDI
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Iron: 22% RDI
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Magnesium: 22% RDI
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Potassium: 18% RDI
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Copper: 32% RDI
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Manganese: 110% RDI
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Selenium: 21% RDI
Coconut milk nutritions
Additionally, some experts believe that coconut milk contains unique proteins that may provide health benefits.
Coconut milk has effects on cholesterol and heart health
Because coconut milk has a lot of saturated fat. One study shows it may benefit people with normal or high cholesterol levels. An eight-week study in 60 men found that coconut milk porridge reduced LDL cholesterol more than soy milk porridge. Coconut milk porridge also increased good HDL cholesterol by 18%, compared to only 3% for soybeans. Most studies of coconut oil also find improvements in LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol or triglycerides.
Other health benefits of drinking coconut milk
Reduces inflammation: Animal studies show that coconut extract and coconut oil reduce inflammation and swelling in injured rats and mice.
Reduces the size of stomach ulcers: In one study, coconut milk reduced the size of stomach ulcers in rats by 54%.
Fights viruses and bacteria: Test-tube studies show that lauric acid may reduce levels of viruses and bacteria that cause infections. This includes the bacteria that reside in your mouth. However, these studies are not all about the effects of coconut milk.
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