Properties of coconut flour

Coconut Flour is produced from defatted desiccated Coconuts - usually it is low in fat, without cholesterol, lactose, phytate and gluten. Instead, it contains a lot of protein (20%), and digestible, healthy fiber (up to 60%)*. Wheat and oat bran, which are considered very rich in fiber, contain respectively only 27% and 16% fiber. Consumption of Coconut flour helps in the short term to regulate digestive, bowels cleanse and detoxify the body. This increases the metabolism and activates the immune system and the body feels more vital.
Coconut flour also contains a large number of very well absorbed, saturated medium chain fatty acids MTC. Because they are rapidly converted into energy - not stored in the body as fat. MTC also increases the metabolic rate, thereby protecting against the effects of yo-yo dieting, which is extremely important for those on a diet lowering body weight.
Coconut flour is not only tasty, but also a healthy choice for people staying gluten free, with a low calorie amount and enriched in fiber. It is recommended for a sensitive digestive system, celiac disease, allergies, for diabetics and people who care about their weight. It is suitable for baking and as an additive to desserts, sauces, soups, smoothies, muesli, fruit salad or yogurt.
*1 tablespoon of Coconut flour contains about 10 grams of fiber (WHO recommended intake of 20-40 grams of fiber per day)
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