This fruit has many healing properties and is considered both a food and a medicine.

Coconut oil is high in medium chain fatty acids which are broken down much faster than long chain fatty acids therefore they do not contribute to cholesterol.  In fact, some studies have even shown that coconut oil could increase good cholesterol levels!  

The water replenishes much needed electrolytes along with  providing sugars, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids, cytokine, and phyto-hormones.

In general, young and slightly immature coconuts harvested when they are about 5-7 months of age for the drink.

The coconut meat provides fiber and oil not to mention that it is a great germ fighter and great for intestinal health.

The oil is also great to apply externally to the skin and hair as an excellent moisturizer.