Fexotic ruit, the coconut comes from the coconut palm, a fruit tree that grows near the sea, on sandy, volcanic or clay soils. Recognized as an extremely protective and energetic fruit, coconut contains many vitamins and minerals. It is also a fruit very rich in fiber. Vitamin C, which is found in coconut water in particular, helps tissues to better resist shocks and also helps the body to assimilate iron while facilitating the metabolism.
Vitamins B1 and vitamin B3 (niacin) help the body absorb carbohydrates and break down calories. Vitamin B2 is important for growth and eye health. These vitamins are found in particular in coconut and its derivatives.
Coconut is also rich in minerals such as iron, potassium, two essential elements for blood, but also magnesium, zinc, phosphorus and copper. Unfermented coconut is great for baby's health because it is rich in vitamins and minerals essential for good health.
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