Coconut Products, Low Carbohydrate and Ketogenic Diets

Why TIANA coconut products are good for low carbohydrate and ketogenic diets?

Coconut is one of the world’s healthiest foods; it contains a wide variety of vitamins such as B-1, B-2, B-3, B-6, C, E and folic acid together with the following minerals: calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc. Fresh coconut meat contains approximately 33% pure coconut oil, whereas one cup of fresh shredded coconut contains only 3 g of carbohydrate and 9 g of dietary fibre.  For comparison, the same amount of fresh beans has 7 g carbohydrate and 3 g of fibre, carrots have 8 g of carbohydrate and 4 g of fibre.  Coconut contains less carbohydrate and much more fibre than most of vegetables.

Our Premium range of TIANA coconut products are manufactured from fresh, mature coconuts, which are organically certified, guaranteeing their exceptional taste and health benefits.  No pesticides, no herbicides, no chemicals, no genetically modified ingredients.

A low carbohydrate diet eliminates the healthy, starchy foods such as wholemeal bread, potatoes, pasta, rice and other cereals which are an essential source of fibre and nutrients.

The foods such as grains, flour substitutes such as almond flour, the most legumes and fruits with the highest amount of beneficial fibre also have the highest content of carbohydrate. If you are on a low carbohydrate diet all sugar and white flour products as well as whole wheat bread, legumes, potatoes and other starchy vegetables and fruits should be restricted then you will also be restricted in beneficial fibre.

People on Ketogenic diet are aware that it is imperative to eat foods which are low in carbohydrates, high in fat and view food in terms of its nutritional content: how much fat, protein and carbohydrates it contains. The majority of the fat and protein in our diet comes from animal sources whereas carbohydrate comes from plants, the wall that surrounds each plant cell and gives the plant structure and strength is made of carbohydrate. Plants also store carbohydrate as a source of energy. Vegetables that contain the most carbohydrates are carrots, onions, potatoes, and cucumbers. Generally the sweeter the fruit, the more carbohydrates it contains.   

TIANA Organic Coconut Flour which is low in carbohydrates, rich in beneficial fibre and natural nutrients that help to slow down digestion of carbohydrates and moderate sugar absorption this is why our TIANA Coconut Flour is an excellent solution for your low carbohydrate and ketogenic diets.

Our TIANA virgin coconut oil, coconut cream and coconut milk are rich in vitamins, minerals, and natural antioxidants are also useful products can to be used in these diets.

    

What is a Ketogenic diet?

A ketogenic diet is a very high fat diet that relies on inducing a state of ketosis. The diet typically provides 3-4 grams of fat for every 1 gram of carbohydrate and protein combined. It is most commonly used for the treatment of epilepsy. A likely ketogenic diet is comprised of 88% fat, 10% protein, and 2% carbohydrate energy.

The diet prescribes foods high in fat, and heavily restricts carbohydrate intake. As fats become the body's primary source of metabolic energy, ketones accumulate in the brain, which can alleviate epileptic symptoms.

Foods used in the diet include high-triglyceride dairy products (e.g., butter, cream), mayonnaise and peanut butter. Carbohydrates, found in breads and starches, are eliminated in the diet, and liquid and calorie intake are often restricted as well in order to aid ketone accumulation. This has been used as well for some patients with epilepsy, as well as a low-glycemic index diet.

The diet is typically supplemented with calcium, vitamin D, iron, and folic acid.

The ketogenic diet has been reported to work in cases where multiple epilepsy drugs have failed. There may also be cases where the ketogenic diet has failed and epilepsy drugs succeeded. When one epilepsy drug fails, there is a high likelihood that other drugs will also fail. When the diet works, the response is often rapid and dramatic.

TIANA Organic Virgin Coconut Oil as part of a ketogenic diet.

TIANA Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is 100% pure cold pressed coconut oil with excellent taste and the delicate flavour of natural fresh coconuts: 100g of the product is 100g total fat.  

TIANA Coconut Oil is rich in unique healthy medium chain triglycerides which, when consumed, turn into energy and not fat as well as boosting energy levels that increase the metabolism and calorie consumption. TIANA Organic Virgin Coconut Oil also contains Vitamin E, natural antioxidants and up to 56% lauric acid that make it tremendously healthy. Another reason why you should prefer our coconut oil is because it satisfies hunger longer; it is very stable chemically and does not oxidize easily like polyunsaturated oils do.

TIANA Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is completely free from carbohydrates, trans-fats and cholesterol. 

Nutritional Information per 100g

Total Fat	100g
Saturated Fat	94g
Monounsaturated Fat	5g
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g
Trans-fat	0g
Cholesterol	0g
Total Carbohydrate	0g

You can use TIANA Virgin Coconut oil in any recipe that calls for vegetable oil, shortening, butter or margarine, knowing that you will not damage your health. It has a moderate smoking point when used for frying. Due to the fact that it is very stable, it does not need to be refrigerated. Perfect for frying, baking, stir-frying and saute cooking.

It is also a dairy free alternative to butter; at room temperature TIANA Organic Virgin Coconut Oil has a soft buttery texture and is sometimes called Coconut Butter and it’s as good as pure dairy butter.

TIANA Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is so good it’s almost like eating coconut cream – it has a delightfully mild flavour and is pleasant to eat by the spoon unlike many other brands of coconut oil. It can also make very tasty coconut cream-like drinks by mixing virgin coconut oil with milk. In order to do so, put the coconut oil jar in hot water for a few minutes so that the oil melts and warm 1 cup of milk to room temperature. Mix in 1 tablespoon of melted coconut oil and stir well. It’s worth noting that coconut oil does not mix completely with milk, hence it’s recommended to drink the mixture immediately rather than let it settle. Similarly, fresh vegetable juice can be used instead of milk.

TIANA organic virgin coconut oil is a healthy food product and not a medicine; it does not have any side effects and is suitable for people of all ages.

TIANA Organic Coconut Flour as part of low carbohydrate and ketogenic diets.

All grains contain too much carbohydrate, so it is important as part of a ketogenic diet to avoid them. Most grain and flour substitutes, such as almond flour also contain too much carbohydrate. The best alternative to wheat flour is TIANA Organic Coconut Flour.
 
TIANA Organic Coconut Flour is low in carbohydrates, rich in fibre, Vitamins B & C, Calcium and Iron. It is gluten free and a good source of protein. Coconut flour is recommended for people who have a deficiency in these nutrients and it is excellent as part of a ketogenic diet.   

Our coconut flour contains 31% more calorie free fibre than wheat bran and will help you to lose excess weight and considerably improve your digestive system. TIANA coconut flour is recommended for use to make a variety of low-carbohydrate bread and baked food.

It is also very economical to use; just 40 grams of coconut flour will make 6 muffins that taste as good as if not better than muffins made from wheat flour.

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TIANA Coconut Cream and Coconut Milk as part of healthy balanced diet.

TIANA Premium Coconut Cream is the pure extract of fresh white coconut meat which is a delicious rich and thick cream with a 24% pure coconut oil content, low in carbohydrates with no added sugar. It has an excellent taste and is perfect over fruit or desserts especially bananas, pineapples or strawberries. It is also great on hot biscuits and toasts.

TIANA coconut cream can also be used as a dairy free alternative to single or double cream in various cooking and bakery recipes. TIANA coconut cream is 50% lower in calories when compared with dairy cream.  It can replace these dairy products in almost all recipes when making porridge, pancakes, sauces, cakes, desserts and main courses. It’s also a favourite ingredient for exotic Asian and Caribbean cuisine.

TIANA Premium Coconut Milk is similar to Coconut Cream but has a lower fat content (13%) and isn’t as thick as coconut cream, it’s more of a creamy smooth-flowing liquid. With no added sugar and low in carbohydrates, it is excellent as part of a ketogenic diet.

Coconut Cream Nutritional Information per 100g

Total Fat	28.8g
Saturates	23.4g
Cholesterol	0g
Total Carbohydrate (natural sugars)	less than1.8g.
Dietary Fibre	less than 1.8g
Protein	0g

Coconut Milk Nutritional Information per 100g

Total Fat (Saturates)	12.24g
Cholesterol	0g
Total Carbohydrate (natural sugars)	less than1.8g.
Dietary Fibre	less than 1.8g
Protein	0g

Recommended amount of coconut products

The general recommended amount of organic virgin coconut oil is based on the amount of healthy medium chain triglycerides an infant receives from breast milk. This amount is known to protect infants from viruses and diseases as well as providing much needed energy and support for a good digestive system.

There are no adverse effects of consuming too much coconut oil. The general recommendation is between 3 to 4 tablespoons a day for most adults.

It is recommended that you add oil slowly into the diet and combine it with your food or consume naturally, starting with one tablespoon a day.

If you are using coconut cream or milk together with virgin coconut oil, you can determine the approximate total amount of coconut oil contained with the following guide;

250ml (1 cup) coconut milk contains approximately 2 tablespoons of coconut oil
250ml (1 cup) coconut cream contains approximately 3 tablespoons of coconut oil

As far as TIANA Organic Coconut Flour is concerned this is also tremendously healthy product. It is very economical in use, for each baked recipe you will need only 50-60g in order to enjoy the health benefits of this unique flour. 

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