From Healthy Treat to Yummy Cocktails: Nature Serves it Up
Beautiful coconut trees adorn Bahamas islands providing shade from their lovely palm fronds but the most delightful part of the tree is the fruit it provides. The coconut tree has been referred to as the "tree of life" and the "jewel of the tropics" because it is said to provide all that is necessary for living. Danny and I have quickly learned many ways to enjoy the abundance of coconuts found here on the island. We have discovered many healthy benefits in drinking the coconut water and eating the meat. Mostly enjoyed drinking straight from a freshly cut coconut but just as delicious when frozen to create slushies, the water is rich in nutrients which balance the bodies electrolytes, helps in digestion, toning the skin, and boosting hydration. When mixing with your favorite vodka or rum, coconut water creates the most delightful tropical cocktail. Instead of candy bars, we now only want coconut bars!! We simply cut raw coconut into squares and enjoy. Sometimes we are patient enough to roast squares in the oven for a toasty treat. After quenching our thirst and satisfying our tastebuds, the shell is useful for many things. Danny has crafted planters, sipping cups, and soup bowls from the recycled leftovers.
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Learn healthy benefits of quenching your thirst with coconut water.
"Plant seeds of happiness, hope, success, and love; it will all come back to you in abundance. This is the law of nature." -Steve Maraboli
Desserts bowls full of character and flavor before the tasty treat is even added.
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