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12. If you suffer from acne or overly oil skin, drinking coconut water will help to restore the pH of the skin. You can also use coconut water as a natural astringent by soaking a cotton ball in it, then wiping it across your freshly washed face.
13. Everyone wants to look younger, or stay younger-looking for as long as possible. Coconut water can give you smoother, younger-looking skin due to its high level of cytokinins. These are plant hormones which regulate the cell growth, development of skin cells, as well as hydrating connective tissue in the skin. Coconut water is super hydrating!
14. Coconut water improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, and reduces the risk of heart attack and strokes. This amazing, natural water helps to reduce plaque formation in the blood vessels by lowering cholesterol levels.
15. Consuming coconut water regularly can also help to prevent constipation. This water has a natural, but mild, laxative effect. If your bowels get a little too loose, cut back on the coconut water a bit until your body becomes accustomed to it.
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Keep in mind that the fresher the coconut water, the better it is for you. Once exposed to air and room temperatures, it ferments quickly and loses much of its nutritional value. Always keep an opened container of coconut water in the refrigerator, and drink it as soon as possible after opening.
Important Note:
If you have nut allergies, be careful consuming any coconut product.
Also, if you have kidney disease, are on a low potassium diet or if you have heart disease, you should check with your doctor first before consuming coconut water, coconut milk, or coconut oil.
Although coconut water is thought to be beneficial to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers, you should check with your doctor first to ensure that coconut water is good for your particular situation.
Coconut water: Good for what ails you. If nothing ails you, it’s good for you anyway! Drink up!
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