Desiccated coconut is the grated and dehydrated coconut meat, which is mainly used in the bakery and confectionery industries. Its processing includes selection of nuts, husking, shelling, removing the testa, washing, heating, disintegrating, drying, sieving and packaging.
Desiccated coconut is a quick and easy way to add flavor to a range of meals, from desserts and cereals to a variety of curries, while also providing nutritious value. Furthermore, its delicate sweetness complements cookies and baked foods in both flavor and texture, making it a popular ingredient in cooking and baking. Glytime Foods uses desiccated coconut in oaties and granola production.
Desiccated coconut has 80 percent saturated fat, which is good for human health. It also contains selenium, which is a mineral that has been shown to protect against heart disease, male infertility, reduced cancer risk, and reduce free radicals in the body. Desiccated coconut also contains copper which aids in the formation of red blood cells and collagen, as well as maintaining energy levels and metabolism.
It also protects the body from osteoarthritis owing to its naturally occurring antioxidant capabilities. Fiber as part of the coconut itself is needed by the body to keep blood pressure and heart function at a healthy level. Eating enough fiber decreases the chances of getting diseases such as stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
