Coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm. It can be eaten as food or used as medicine.
Coconut is taken by mouth for bladder stones, diabetes, high cholesterol, and weight loss.
In foods, coconut is used in various preparations.
Coconut flour, which is prepared from the byproducts of coconut after removal of coconut milk, contains high amounts of dietary fiber. These fibers are believed to help lower cholesterol and control blood sugar levels.
Coconuts contain a high amount of a saturated fat called medium chain triglycerides. These fats work differently than other types of saturated fat in the body. They might increase fat burning and reduce fat storage.
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