Ingredient
Organic coconut & coconut nectar
What is Organic coconut & coconut nectar?
Organic coconut & coconut nectar is a combination of coconut-derived ingredients. It includes both the coconut fruit, which is typically used for its milk, oil, and meat, and coconut nectar, a sweet syrup made from the sap of the coconut palm tree.
This ingredient blend is used for both its flavor and nutritional benefits. Coconuts are rich in healthy fatty acids and provide a tropical flavor to a variety of foods. Coconut nectar is marketed as a natural sweetener with a lower glycemic index than table sugar, although it still contributes sugars to the diet. The health evidence around coconuts suggests they can be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation, while the effects of coconut nectar as a sweetener are less studied.
When seeing this ingredient on a product label, it may indicate both a flavoring and sweetening function, potentially suitable for products aimed at consumers looking for less-refined sweeteners.
Commonly found in: energy bars, granolas, beverages, confectionery, desserts
Benefits
- Rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) that may support energy metabolism.
- Coconut nectar offers a lower glycemic alternative to some other sweeteners.
Coconut ingredients are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Research indicates benefits of coconut oil's MCTs, but limited studies exist on coconut nectar's long-term health impact.
As plant-derived, both coconut and coconut nectar are suitable for vegan diets.
Sources: GRAS Notices · Coconut Oil: A review
Scout's take
Whole-food fat and natural low-glycemic sweetener with minerals and short-chain fatty acids.
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