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There is a different pleasure in eating some things in the summer season. Some are crazy about mango and some like to taste watermelon. It is important to keep the body hydrated during summer and for this it is advised to eat or drink things which have hydrating properties. One of these is coconut water which tastes amazing.
It is believed that if you drink water from a coconut then your body does not feel lack of water throughout the day. Coconut water contains calcium, manganese and many other nutrients. Drinking this in summer keeps the body hydrated for a long time. No matter how many drinks people drink for energy, there is hardly any drink as refreshing and energizing as coconut water.
It is a good source of electrolytes. However, most people repeat many mistakes while drinking it. Many people do not even know what is the right time to drink it. Now the question is when and at what time one should drink coconut water in summer.
Coconut water is a good source of potassium. Apart from this, Vitamin C, Zinc, Magnesium and many other nutrients are present in it. Its biggest feature is that drinking it does not cause water deficiency in the body. Actually, this keeps the electrolyte balance correct. There is a risk of dehydration in summer, hence it is advised to consume things like coconut water and cucumber. According to health experts, coconut water works to provide electrolytes to the body immediately. Apart from this it also helps in controlling blood sugar.
There is a question among people that at what time should coconut water be drunk? Some people consider it beneficial to drink it on an empty stomach and some in the afternoon. The best time to drink it is in the morning. It should not be consumed with or after a heavy meal. Expert Surabhi Pareek says that people who have the problem of acid reflux or heartburn should drink coconut water on an empty stomach. However, there are many other benefits of drinking this healthy drink on an empty stomach.
Drinking it early in the morning boosts metabolism, which is beneficial in weight loss. If the stomach is healthy then the body remains protected from many diseases or health problems. If you want, you can drink it in the afternoon also on the advice of experts. However, there is constant confusion regarding whether it should be drunk in the evening or not.
IMD has also said that the threat of heat wave will trouble people a lot in the coming times. In such a situation, it is very important to consume things like coconut water. However, people who are suffering from kidney related health problems should not drink coconut water. It contains potassium in large quantities and due to its excess in the body, it starts accumulating in the kidneys. In such a situation, the risk of kidney damage increases.
To get double the benefits of this drink, you can soak some things in it and eat it. Soak chia seeds and nuts in this water overnight and consume it on an empty stomach the next morning. It is a healthy breakfast that can boost immunity and make skin healthy.
If you want, you can make a healthy drink of coconut water and lemon. Mix juice of half a lemon, one spoon honey and juice of 4 to 5 mint leaves in a glass and mix it in coconut water. This healthy drink of summer will protect you from heat stroke and there will be no shortage of water in the body.
