Coco Frio!!

My Husband and I are Loco for Coco!!

 

 

I did not end up posting while I was on vacation, because I was way to busy vacationing!!! But here is a taste of what I got while on The Island of Enchantment !...

 

I got lots of Coco Frio!!!

 

translation: Cold Coconut.

 

PICTURE THIS...

 

You walk up to an open air Kiosk in a local market and ask for Coco Frio (who am I kidding, you ask for 6)!! The vendor goes to the back, grabs a Machete and whacks that coconut until the top bursts off. You are left with a perfect opening at the top to slip your straw in and then you get to sip on the purest form of Coconut Water there is!

 

I mean... no processing, never been oxygenated, un pasteurized.... FRESH!!!

 

Once, I got one that was so cold that it was like a slushy on the inside-- this was no 7 Eleven slushy! Real Deal!

 

And, just to put a cherry on top of all of this deliciousness, the price: $2!!!!

 

But seriously, I'd pay $5 any day for Real Coconut water! The Brand I highly recommend is:

 

Harmless Harvest 100% Raw Coconut Water

 

In a Blind taste test I probably couldn't even tell the difference between Harmless Harvest or the actual coconut! The reason is, Harmless Harvest produces really rawganic (raw and organic) coconut water. Which is why you find it in the refrigerated section and not on the shelf. They don't heat (pasteurize) their coconut water either, in that way the nutrients are preserved. It's delicious! 

 

With all the health benefits of coconut water the seemingly high cost is actually a bargain!

 

 

Here is a list of some of the health benefits of coconut water:

 

Low Calorie, Low Sugar, Natural Hydration

 

Lowers Blood Pressure

 

Helps Kidneys to Filter Blood

 

Helps Muscles to move and Nerves to work

 

High in Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium--(electrolytes) working to balance the body's blood chemistry

 

Cytokinins which have Anti-Aging and Anti-Carcinogenic properties

 

The Bio Active Enzymes aid in Digestion and Metabolism-- potentially leading to weight loss

 

 

 

If you were dabbling with the idea of beginning another healthful habit, open up some coconut water and sip away!

 

Harmless Harvest even makes flavored coconut water!!!

 

The Husband likes the Cinnamon&Clove and I looOOoove the Dark Cacao! This becomes my dessert many afternoons!

 

Give it a try and let me know what you think!