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Nuts
Coconut
Coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm and is eaten in several forms, including fresh flesh, dried coconut, coconut milk, and coconut water. The flesh is energy-dense and rich in fat and fiber.
Beneficial properties
high in fiber
provides healthy fats
source of manganese
energy-dense
contains antioxidants
Nutritional highlights
Coconut flesh provides dietary fiber and fat, especially saturated fat, and contains manganese, copper, selenium, and iron.
Conditions it helps with
Constipation
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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