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| Nothing beats a cold coconut drink on a beach |
At Koh
Samui things to do never seem to run
out – foreigners will have the time of their lives on this island, which
features the perfect balance of unspoilt natural beauty and tourist-oriented
businesses. For many of this tropical paradise’s visitors, adopting the
islander healthy diet (and implementing it in their lifestyle back home) is one
thing they’d like to achieve during their stay.
That said, Koh Samui travel guides say that including
the coconut in any eating and drinking regimen is a must for those who wish to
stay fit and healthy. But regardless of all its life-enhancing attributes, misinformation
surrounding this wonder nut is constantly being spread, most especially
throughout the western world.
According
to these erroneous facts, the fruit’s oil contains saturated fat, which can
clog arteries and cause various heart problems.
False info
such as the one listed above have been fabricated by organizations such as the
Corn Products Company (CPC International) and the American Soybean Association
(ASA). These groups are economically motivated to slam the reputation of the
coconut. Companies that create products derived from this natural occurring good
have already affected revenues generated by other firms using products derived
from other fruits and vegetables.
So just
like any other giant company that’s being bothered by its rivals, Koh Samui
travel guides explain that these
organizations have resorted to distorting scientific evidence in an attempt to turn
consumers off towards purchasing goods coconut-based products.
Here’s what
tourists need to know: although this super nut does contain fat, it’s way
different from the unhealthy variation that most people think it to be. Its fat
is called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which is metabolized differently
from the fats found in other oils.
In
addition, despite most of its fat is the saturated type, several studies
suggest that not all saturated fats are detrimental to health. Coconut oil is
proven to raise HDL cholesterol, which is the “good” type needed by the body.
Coconut
water has also been shown to be beneficial for human health. 11ozs of this
liquid contains significant amounts of potassium, 15 carbohydrates, and a gram
of protein, making it great for workouts – one of those important Koh Samui
things to do during any vacation, especially for fitness concerned individuals.
However, Koh
Samui travel guides say that 11oz of
this nut’s water does contain 60 calories, therefore, it should be taken in
moderation, preferably during or after workouts.
