According to Cleveland Clinic (a non-profit academic hospital system, USA), coconut water contains many natural electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium and sodium, which help rehydrate effectively after a long night. This is especially beneficial in the morning, when the body has just experienced 6-8 hours of dehydration. In addition, the amount of potassium in coconut water also helps support stable blood pressure and is good for cardiovascular health.
Not only that, coconut water has a much lower amount of natural sugar than canned fruit juice, so it can be a healthy choice to start a new day. In addition, coconut water also contains antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress and support liver function.
However, experts recommend drinking coconut water in the morning after a snack, not drinking when too hungry because it can cause a feeling of bloating or mild hypotension in some people. In addition, you should only drink about 1 coconut (200-300 ml) per day to avoid excess potassium.
Some ways to drink coconut water properly in the morning include:
Drink pure coconut water, without added sugar.
Combine with a light breakfast such as bread, oats.
Drink fresh coconut water, avoid canned coconut water with high sugar content.
