Greenville in Philippines’ Banana Market Look everywhere in the Philippines and you will see bananas in every corner and even in every household. Being non-seasonal, banana has become fruit stands’ top selling fruit. Banana is also the star of several crafted desserts such as saging con hielo and halo-halo. Most Filipinos are normally big snackers […]
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May
May
In simple terms, desiccated coconut is dehydrated and grated coconut meat. It is commonly used in confectionery and baked products such as macaroons and other cakes; however, it is also used in savory dishes especially in Asian cuisine such as curry. Nowadays, desiccated coconut has a growing demand in the fitness community for its zero […]
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May
May
Coconuts have conquered the western market for years now. Being mostly health-conscious, westerners are amazed with coconut’s nutrient values and how it can improve their health. In the tropical countries where coconut trees are native, people have long been benefiting from this “tree of life”. One of coconuts’ primary by-products is coconut milk. Coconut milk […]
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May
May
For years, virgin coconut oil has been on trend in the cosmetics world. We know that it can improve our hair, skin, and health. However, do we really know what virgin coconut oil is, what makes it different from the ordinary coconut oil, and what can we benefit from it? Virgin coconut oil is called […]
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May
May
RBD (Refined) Coconut Oil is the product of further refining the crude coconut oil. After refinement, it is bleached and deodorized, thus it has a light color and a bland taste. RBD Coconut oil is not a standalone food. It is used as base or a cooking enabler. Because of the processes it had undergone, […]
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Apr
Apr
As it is hailed “The Tree of Life”, coconut has innumerable uses and by-products. One of its notable products is the coconut cream. Many have confused coconut milk with coconut cream, but their most obvious difference is consistency. While coconut milk is made of equal parts coconut meat and water, coconut cream is made of […]
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Apr
Apr
Apart from the trending coconut juice, coconut sugar recently hits the trends. Many people nowadays are considering coconut sugar as a healthier alternative to regular sugar. As more and more people are getting health conscious and are more aware of fitness, they are finally discovering the wonders of the “Tree of Life” starting with one […]
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Apr
Apr
Crude oil is yet another wonder from the coconut. From the basic coconut juice which betters our health, to virgin coconut oil which mainly improves our appearance, to now crude oil which can enable transportations. Coconut indeed has innumerable uses and its benefits cover most areas of life. CNO, as crude oil is referred to, […]
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Apr
Apr
It is summertime and you are in the beach. What’s the best way to quench your thirst, island style? Coconut juice! You can take this straight from the coconut or through packaged coconut juice which are sold in groceries. It does not matter how you get the coconut juice, one thing’s for sure — you […]
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Apr
Apr
In the past few years, there is an obvious hype over coconut water. The masses, even celebrities and athletes post photos of them holding and drinking coconut water. As people are getting more health-conscious, many are also discovering and appreciating the health benefits of the wonderful coconut water. See Also: The Coconut Water IndustryCoconut Water […]