Coconut smiles Organic
The Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera L.) is a plant of the Arecaceae family, the only one of the Cocos genus. Originating in the islands with a tropical climate in South-East Asia, it is now widespread throughout the entire tropical area of the planet.
It has a slender stem that can reach 40 meters in height, at the top of which the very long leaves develop, up to 5 meters, and between them first the flowers, small and yellowish, gathered in spadix inflorescences, protected externally by a large concave spathe and, then, the coconuts, voluminous drupes weighing approximately 1 kg. They form 2 weeks after flowering and grow rapidly for about 6 months.
The coconut is made up of three parts:
- A thin red-brown skin;
- A fibrous and light middle part;
- The hard and woody central part, the seed, which at one end has 3 circular holes, the so-called "coconut eyes".
The seed contains coconut water, which keeps its pulp plump.
Coconut Smiles are nothing more than thin, dehydrated slices of this pulp and retain most of its nutritional properties.
Coconut is a good source of minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, sodium, calcium, magnesium and iron ; and vitamins: folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin B3.
Furthermore, coconut is rich in lauric acid , which, despite being a saturated fat, promotes the increase in HDL cholesterol, the "good" one. The nutrients and bioactive compounds present in this fruit also help ensure good metabolic and digestive functions. It is also considered a food with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective properties.
Ingredients: 100% organic coconuts.
Allergens: May contain traces of nuts, sesame seeds and sesame seed products.
Uses: Coconut Smiles can be consumed as a practical, tasty and healthy snack, or used to prepare sweet and savory recipes. Finally, they can be used to prepare thirst-quenching decoctions and fresh summer herbal teas.
| Average nutritional values per 100 g | ||||
| *AR | ||||
| Power | KJ kcal | 2752 657 | % | 32.85 |
| Fats | g | 50.26 | % | 71.80 |
| of which saturated fatty acids | g | 46.17 | % | 230.85 |
| Carbohydrates | g | 44.3 | % | 17.04 |
| of which sugars | g | 32.49 | % | 36.10 |
| Fibers | g | 10.78 | % | - |
| Proteins | g | 2.84 | % | 5.68 |
| salt | g | 0.214 | % | 3.57 |
| * Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ/2000 kcal) |
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry environment, away from heat sources.
Label and packaging: The images are inserted for illustrative purposes, the packages and labels may undergo changes based on warehouse availability, the weight selected and any innovations introduced by current legislation on the matter.
Important: The information provided is for informational and informative purposes only, it has no medical/prescriptive value. In the presence of pathologies or to ensure a healthy and balanced diet, it is always best to rely on the advice of your doctor or a nutrition expert.