Coconut water

Benefits

1. Coconut water's natural electrolyte composition, particularly potassium, makes it a suitable hydration option, especially during physical activity.

2. When fermented with beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus rhamnosus, coconut water can become a functional drink with probiotic properties.

3. The addition of inulin to fermented coconut water provides prebiotic benefits, supporting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.

4. Coconut water may offer similar hydration and performance benefits as traditional sports drinks during endurance activities like cycling.

5. The combination of probiotics and prebiotics in fermented coconut water may support gut health and potentially improve digestive function.

Reference:

Coconut Water: A Sports Drink Alternative?PMCID: PMC10534364 PMID:37755860

Nutrition Facts

Coconut Water, Unsweetened (No Vitamin C Added)

Serving size: 8.5 fl oz (251g)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0g 0%

Saturated Fat 0g 0%

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat -g

Monounsaturated Fat -g

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 63mg 3%

Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%

Dietary Fiber (old rule) 0g 0%

Dietary Fiber 0g 0%

Total Sugars 9g

Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%

Sugar Alcohol 0g

Protein 0g

Vitamin D -mcg -

Calcium 30mg 2%

Iron 0mg 0%

Potassium 430mg 9%

Vitamin A 0mcg 0%

Vitamin C 0mg 0%

Vitamin E -mg -

Vitamin K -mcg -

Thiamin -mg -

Riboflavin -mg -

Niacin -mg -

Vitamin B6 -mg -

Folate -mcg DFE -

Vitamin B12 -mcg -

Pantothenic Acid -mg -

Phosphorus 20mg 1%

Magnesium 30mg 7%

Zinc -mg -

Selenium -mcg -

Copper -mg -

Manganese -mg -

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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