Coconut - Shredded
Certified Organic Shredded Coconut from Sri Lanka
Discover the delightful taste and numerous health benefits of our Certified Organic Shredded Coconut, sourced from Sri Lanka. Perfect for a variety of culinary uses, this shredded coconut is rich in essential nutrients and medium chain triglycerides (MCTs).
Overview: high in saturated fat in the form of medium chain triglycerides (7g/oz). This nutrient-dense ingredient also contains dietary fiber, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, copper, and selenium, making it a healthy addition to your diet. Not raw as it is dried at about 100C.
Key Features
- Certified Organic: Sourced from Vietnam, adhering to strict organic standards with no harmful chemicals or pesticides.
- Nutrient-Rich: High in MCTs and essential nutrients including dietary fiber, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, copper, and selenium.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for baking, cooking, making coconut milk, and adding to smoothies and desserts.
Health Benefits
- Improves Cholesterol Levels: The medium chain triglycerides in coconut can help improve cholesterol levels.
- Decreases Infections: Coconut contains properties that can help reduce infections.
- Promotes Weight Loss: MCTs in coconut may help promote weight loss by increasing metabolism.
- Supports Heart Health: The nutrients in coconut can contribute to improved heart health.
- Reduces Risk of Dementia: Consuming coconut may help reduce the risk of dementia.
Usage Instructions
Coconut Milk: Blend shredded coconut or coconut butter in water with 25% macadamia, almonds, or other nuts to emulsify and create a rich coconut milk.
Culinary Uses: Use shredded coconut in baking, cooking, smoothies, and desserts for added flavor and nutritional benefits.
Storage Instructions
- Packaging: Stored in resealable packaging to maintain freshness.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place to maintain quality and freshness.
Nutritional Information (per 28g serving)
- Calories: 185
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Potassium: 150mg
- Manganese: 0.8mg
- Phosphorus: 60mg
- Iron: 0.9mg
- Copper: 0.3mg
- Selenium: 5.5mcg
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