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Botanical name: Cocos nucifera
The exact origin of the coconut is not clear. This is because coconuts can be transported over many kilometres, swimming on the water, and nevertheless remain capable of germinating. The Melanesian area in the western Pacific between Indonesia and Australia is presumed to be its original home. However, the tropical region of South America or Southeast Asia might also be possible. These are the main areas of coconut cultivation today.
Coconut, fresh |
Coconut, grated |
Coconut milk |
|
Energy (kcal) |
358 |
611 |
24 |
Water (g) |
45 |
2 |
94 |
Protein (g) |
4 |
6 |
< 1 |
Fat (g) |
37 |
63 |
< 1 |
Carbohydrates (g) (g) |
5 |
6 |
5 |
Fibre (g) |
9 |
20 |
- |
Vitamin E (mg) |
0,7 |
1,3 |
- |
Folic acid (µg) |
30 |
9 |
10 |
Vitamin C (mg) |
2 |
1 |
2 |
Potassium (mg) |
380 |
600 |
280 |
Sodium (mg) |
35 |
33 |
47 |
Calcium (mg) |
20 |
25 |
27 |
Magnesium (mg) |
39 |
90 |
30 |
Iron (mg) |
2,3 |
3,5 |
0,1 |
Saturated fatty acids |
31,6 |
54,8 |
0,3 |
Monounsaturated fatty acids (g) |
2,2 |
3,8 |
- |
Polyunsaturated fatty acids (g) |
0,6 |
1,0 |
- |
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