Coconut
Description
The Coconut is the Fruit of the Coconut Palm tree.
Botanical Name
Cocus nucifera
The Coconut is from the Palm (Arecaceae or Palmae) family.
Part Used
White flesh (known as copra, endosperm, or meat)
Health Benefits of Coconut
Refer also to the health benefits listed in the topics for Coconut Milk and Coconut Oil.
Immune System
Coconut may help to prevent Cancer - Colon (by inhibiting the Beta-Glucuronidase enzyme). [1]
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