Straight. Coconut is such a super food, which is not only beneficial in taste but also for health. The special thing is that not only the pulp and water of coconut but also its peel and coir are considered very beneficial for health. Coconut peel is used as an important herb in Ayurveda and is used in the manufacturing of many Ayurvedic medicines. While giving information to Local 18, Ayurveda doctor of Sidhi, Dr. Balendra Shekhar Patel said that coconut is eaten in both raw and solid forms. Just as coconut is beneficial for our body, similarly its peel is also no less than a boon for health. Many medicinal properties are found in coconut peel and coir. It contains Vitamin C, Vitamin K as well as essential electrolytes like sodium, potassium and magnesium, which are helpful in protecting the body from many diseases.

Powder prepared from coconut coir or peel is considered very beneficial in stomach related problems. Consuming it with water or curd strengthens the digestive system. The fiber present in it keeps the stomach healthy and helps in providing relief from problems like constipation. Coconut coir is also said to be useful for people suffering from the problem of piles. For this, coconut ash is prepared by burning coconut coir. It has been said in Ayurveda that consuming this Bhasma with curd or buttermilk on an empty stomach in the morning provides relief in piles.

Also effective in dental problems
Coconut peel is also considered effective in dental problems. In case of toothache or weak teeth, rubbing the peel powder or its ashes on the teeth like toothpaste increases the shine of the teeth and provides relief from many teeth related problems. Apart from this, coconut coir is also considered beneficial in problems related to blood disorders. Drinking the ash prepared from the peel mixed in a glass of water is also said to be beneficial in problems like menstrual irregularities, hiccups, cholera and vomiting. In this way, coconut peel and coir hold an important place as a natural medicine in Ayurveda.