Hydrating, nourishing and versatile, coconut water is the

ultimate health-boosting drink and cooking ingredient and,

together with coconut ‘miracle' oil, can be used to turbocharge

your food's nutritional value. This beautiful new

book explores the astonishing and varied benefits of the

humble coconut, from its history and uses to a directory

of all the different coconut products – explaining how to

prepare and cook them, as well as their benefits for our

hearts, immunity and overall health. It also includes 70

illustrated recipes for Drinks and Breakfasts; Soups; Snacks

and Salads, Main Courses, Desserts and Baking, with

complete nutritional information given for every one.

• Outlines the many benefits of coconut, from aiding

weight loss and helping to keep our hearts healthy to

boosting our immune systems and rehydrating our bodies

after exercise.

• Includes a directory of coconut products along with

step-by-step techniques for: preparing young and mature

coconuts and their flesh; making your own coconut milk,

cream, butter and flour; and a range of coconut recipes,

such as risotto, ceviche, salad dressing, pastry and frosting.

• 70 delectable dishes made with coconut products.