Both coconut water and its cream are rich in nutrients, but if we talk about hydration in the summer season, coconut water is required. Experts also recommend adding coconut water to your daily diet in the summer season. This also protects you from heatstroke. Coconut is cultivated in some places, so there is no problem in identifying the right coconut, but for those who buy it from the market, sometimes it can be a little difficult to choose the right coconut. In this article we will learn how you can identify whether coconut contains water or cream.
US Department of Agriculture According to, nutrients like fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, selenium, vitamin C, folate are found in coconut water. Similarly, a good amount of nutrients are found in its cream also. For now, let us know how you can identify whether coconut contains cream or water.
identify by color
While buying coconut, pay attention to its color. Coconuts filled with sweet and fresh water are usually shiny green in color or their color is light yellow. Actually this is an indication of the coconut being raw. The coconuts on which brown spots start forming are old and due to this they start losing water.
shake coconut near ear
The best and popular way is to bring the coconut near your ear and shake it. If there is a good sound of water coming out while shaking then it is a watery coconut. If there is very little sound then the amount of water in it is less. The amount of cream in it may be more.
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pay attention to size
While buying a coconut, pay attention to its size. If it is a light long coconut with a conical shape then it may have more water content, whereas a heavy coconut with a round shape is full of water as well as cream. Many times coconut sellers also follow this method.
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pay attention to weight
While buying coconut, attention should also be paid to its weight. If the coconut is a little heavy according to its size then it will contain more amount of water. If it is average in weight or feels light then it may contain more cream. In this way, by following some tips, you can choose coconut with cream or water as per your need.