Coco-Locanut Oil Controversy Over Coconut

With the nation going coco-loco over coconuts, Holland and Barrett have created this infographic to give you a break down on how the world and celebrities use this super-food! Here is a round-up of some facts:
· Brits are now spending £60 million per year on coconut water – up by 64% from last year

· They are also spending £14 million a year on coconut oil

· The UK is one of the biggest importers of desiccated coconut

· In Brazil, researchers found that coconut oil can whittle your waistline by taking just two tablespoons of coconut oil a day

· It can also help fight wrinkles!

· And also whiten teeth through oil pulling – the Ayurvedic technique from India involves swishing coconut oil
around your mouth for 15- 20 mins – Gwyneth Paltrow is a fan!

· The coconut leaves are used in India to create temporary huts for weddings.

· In Thailand there are specially trained monkeys who have been picking coconuts for over 400 years!