Original Organic Coconut Sugar, 190 G
Coconut sugar, a natural sweetening method yielded by coconut juice. It’s considered a natural alternative for refined white sugar, similar in structure to brown sugar with a dark brown color. It can be used in variable fields as it is considered a product convenient for vegetarian consumers segment as they can use coconut sugar in their favorite recipes.
190 g of coconut sugar
- Natural and organic sugar
- Gluten free
- Natural alternative for refined sugar
- Free of additives
Coconut Palm Tree
A tall and thin tree that can reach up to 30 meters high of single trunk and a crown of large feathery fronds that spreads around the world including parts of Asia, Africa and the Pacific Ocean.
Coconut
Coconut trees are renowned for their oval-shaped large fruits called “coconuts”. Coconut fruits contain hard fibrous outer shell and a hard inner shell protecting the pulp and the water therein. The pulp can be eaten raw or used in cooking while the water is a refreshing drink rich in electrolytes.
Natural Coconut Sugar
- Coconut sugar known also as coconut palm sugar is a kind of natural sweetener derived from the coconut palm tree extract. The sap is collected by cutting off the flower bud of the tree and gathering the flowing out liquid. The sap is heated until most of the moisture evaporates resulting in a thick dark syrup similar to molasses in its consistency.
- Coconut sugar has acquired popularity in recent years as a healthy alternative to refined sugar. It’s often marketed as a low glycemic index sweetener meaning that it causes slower rise in blood sugar levels when compared to table sugar. Moreover, it contains trace amounts of vitamins and minerals including iron, zinc and potassium.
Coconut Sugar Features and Benefits
- Coconut sugar has lower glycemic index in the blood than table sugar which means its causes slower rise in blood sugar levels the thing that makes it a preferable choice for diabetics or those looking for controlling blood sugar levels.
- Coconut sugar encompasses trace amounts of vitamins and minerals including iron, zinc, calcium, and potassium.
- Unlike refined sugar- highly processed and stripped of all natural nutrients – coconut sugar is minimally processed and maintains some nutrients found in the coconut palm tree extract.
- Coconut sugar is a more sustainable option than other types of sugar such as cane sugar or corn syrup. Coconut trees require less water and pesticides than other crops and they can grow in a variable soil types.
- Coconut sugar enjoys a rich flavor similar to caramel that can add depth and complexity to a variable set of dishes from baked goods to delicious sauces.
How to Use Natural Coconut Sugar
Coconut sugar can be used by dissolving it like table sugar or directly adding it to drinks and desserts. It’s similar in structure to brown sugar and you can use the same quantity of table sugar as a measure.
Nutritional Value of Organic Coconut Sugar
The product contains considerable amounts of iron, zinc, calcium, and potassium as well as abundant chain of fatty acids, polyphenols and antioxidants. It is also characterized by being free of saturated fats.