About Coconut Water

Coconut water is found inside young, green coconuts.  This is different than coconut milk – which comes from the grated ‘meat’ of a brown coconut.

Nutrition Benefits of Coconut Water

Coconut water has been marketed as “Nature’s Gatorade”.  It is fat and cholesterol free and high in potassium.  Compared to most common sports drinks, Coconut Water has fewer calories, less sodium, less sugar, and more potassium.  Coconut Water also contains electrolytes, which is another reason is it popular among athletes.

Smoothie Tip

You can replace water with coconut water in any of our superfood smoothie recipes that call for water.  Or you can do 1/2 and 1/2 as well.