{"id":35675,"date":"2016-06-20T16:31:32","date_gmt":"2016-06-20T16:31:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/theindianspot.com\/?p=35675"},"modified":"2016-06-21T05:15:44","modified_gmt":"2016-06-21T05:15:44","slug":"ways-to-use-coconut-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theindianspot.com\/ways-to-use-coconut-water\/","title":{"rendered":"WAYS TO USE COCONUT WATER"},"content":{"rendered":"

Coconut water is not just a drink to give you a soothing and relaxing feeling on your beach holiday or in the scorching summer heat. This healthy and nutritious drink is fast emerging as a popular ingredient in number of foodstuffs and in beauty too! Coconuts are getting a lot of traction these days. From oil to milk to flour, the public can\u2019t get enough of this wonder food. Though coconut water is by far its most accessible form, is it really worthy of all the hype? Well, you could decide that after going through all the ways of using coconut oil listed below:<\/p>\n

\"WAYSCOCONUT WATER FACE WASH<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wash your face with coconut water every day. This will soon give you a glowing, smooth, and even-toned skin. Also, a pack of turmeric, coconut water, and red sandalwood paste will help you get a smooth and flawless complexion. It\u2019s important to note, however, that fresh, unsweetened water should be used when cleansing!<\/p>\n

COCONUT WATER HAIR WASH<\/strong><\/p>\n

Massaging coconut water into your scalp on a regular basis can help with hair growth. Coconut water promotes hair growth and is effective against dandruff and lice. It can penetrate into your hair shaft, moisturizes it and gives it a healthy shine.<\/p>\n

COCONUT WATER SMOOTHIE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Coconut water can easily be substituted and used instead of water! It adds on to the nutrition and taste as well.<\/p>\n

COCONUT WATER MOISTURIZER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Used as a skin moisturiser,\u00a0coconut water nourishes and hydrates your skin by replenishing your natural skin oils. It contains some amounts of medium chain fatty acids (MCFA\u2019s), which are also found in your natural skin oils. These MCFA\u2019S are naturally anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal.<\/p>\n

COCONUT WATER OVERNIGHT FACE SERUM<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can also use coconut water as a face\u00a0serum\u00a0thoroughly soak cotton pads in the coconut water and apply them to your face. Leave it\u00a0on overnight for radiant, hydrated and moisture-filled skin.<\/p>\n

COCONUT DETOX WATER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Coconut water can be combined with \u00a0lemon, cucumber and mint and kept overnight. Mix 2 liters of coconut\u00a0water with 1\/2 lemon sliced, 1\/2 cucumber sliced and handful of mint leaves. This can be consumed in the throughout the day\u00a0to flush out toxins. This way, coconut water makes excellent detox water.<\/p>\n

HANGOVER CURE<\/strong><\/p>\n

The culprits behind your hangover splitting headache are dehydration and depleted levels of potassium and electrolytes. Enter coconut water, which is loaded with potassium (containing slightly more than a banana) and electrolytes. Want to take it a step further? Drinking coconut water before you go to bed or using it as a mixer in your drinks can pre-emptively cut down on hangover symptoms.<\/p>\n

COCONUT WATER ICE CUBES<\/strong><\/p>\n

Instead of making\u00a0plain ice cubes, use frozen cubes made of coconut water. It’s a great way to add potassium to your diet, which will help you rehydrate even more effectively.\u00a0Blend\u00a0them in smoothies or water or eat a couple on their own as a healthier alternative to a Popsicle.<\/p>\n

COOKING RICE\/SOUPS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try substituting coconut water for stock or plain water when cooking rice or soups. If you\u2019re not ready to take the full plunge, a half-and-half ratio with water will still add great flavour to your food.<\/p>\n

\"COCONUT<\/a>COCONUT ICED COFFEE RECIPE<\/strong><\/p>\n

This coconut water iced coffee recipe is easy to make, and naturally sweetened with the flavor of coconut water.<\/p>\n