Coconut water and its benefits.

Coconut water sales are up 120% in a year

The drink, which tastes like slightly sweet, slightly salty water, is said to be high in minerals such as potassium and magnesium, which are vital for muscle movement and brain operation.

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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-2722379/Tropical-treat-ve-gone-nuts-Coconut-water-low-calorie-minerals-No-wonder-sales-120-year.html

12 August 2014

PS

This has been literally mothers milk over the eons in Sri Lanka.

1. The colour of a 'Thambili' - young King-coconut - is golden and has been used to compare to a damsels skin as an ideal of beauty.

2. It is used in medicinal preparations.

3. It is part of an offering to the Gods.

4. Manthras are recited over it and the water is said to receive and contain magical properties.

The list would go on and on...