What are the benefits of coconut?

Coconut is considered auspicious in Indian culture due to its qualities and is used in almost every Hindu festival. The usefulness of coconut is mentioned at various places in Vedas and other religious texts. Coconut works as both food and medicine. It contains minerals like vitamin A, B, C, calcium, iron, phosphorus etc. in sufficient quantity. It also contains high quality alkaline oil which provides lubrication to the body. The protein found in it is of high quality and its carbohydrates are very growth promoting. Coconut kernel is cool and easily digestible. It is nutritious and strength giving juice which increases blood, cleanses the urinary bladder, removes wind, bile and blood disorders. Its dry kernel is aromatic, tasty and strength enhancing. Chewing coconut daily does not cause any type of cancer in the mouth. Feeding coconut kernel to a pregnant woman results in the birth of a healthy and strong child and childbirth is not very painful and there is no complaint of constipation. It acts as an antioxidant. Coconut milk is very beneficial for people with stomach ulcers, constipation, colitis and weak digestive power. Eating coconut enhances the glow and beauty of the body. The mind remains pure and serene.