Well i'm trying my best over these hot summer months to stay very hydrated which is very important. We have been hitting the 100's lately and working out in the heat or just hanging out in the sunshine can be draining. I love water but, a friend of mine suggested that I try coconut water, believe it or not i've never tried it before - i've seen it everywhere but never had the urge to try it - mind you I like coconut cake, coconut milkshakes and coconut cream pie! (I know I know all fatty) ! I even use raw unrefined coconut oil & cream in my hair to naturally moisture it but never drank the water.

So my friend was like, you should try it, it's so good for you. So I decided to see why it's considered so good for me before I go and buy it right?!?!

Turns out that "Coconut Water" is the latest beverage trend and its health claims are many, from preventing cancer to curing hangovers (Hmmm sounds interesting) LOL!

It's a clear liquid found in young green coconuts, It also says out there in internet land that it slows aging, promote smoother skin, regulate blood pressure, lower cholesterol, break up kidney stones, and cure a range of digestive disorders. (Sounds like a cure all and a age definer) Hmm Alrighty then!

Can it Really Cure Cancer???

When it comes to cancer, no major studies link coconut water to cancer prevention. Some of the compounds in coconut water, such as selenium, have antioxidant properties and fight cancer in the lab, but many common fruits and vegetables are packed with these compounds. (That's more like it, was sounding too good to be true)

What about Hydration?

When someone exercises heavily, the body can lose electrolytes via sweat. Electrolytes are elements that carry a charge, either positive or negative. The natural balance of electrolytes keeps our body’s cells running smoothly. Sodium, potassium and magnesium are electrolytes, and coconut water has them all especially sodium and potassium. The handful of studies on exercise and coconut water suggests that after vigorous exercise, coconut water has the same positive effect as a sport drink. But most people do not exercise at such strenuous levels that they would need to replenish their electrolytes. (This is the information that I have been commonly finding out there on the internet - I can believe that)

So How does it Taste?

To be honest when I first tasted it I didn't like it at ALL! To me it had too much of a strong coconut taste, it's thicker then water and it's kind of salty to me if that makes any sense kind of like gatorade. So my first try was not the best. I did however give it a go again and this time I found one that was blended with another flavor (peach and mango) I put it in the freezer to make sure it was super cold - a friend told me to do that and I tried it again.......Still kind of salty tasting maybe that's the potassium but after a few more drinks of it my palette started getting use to it so, it's not so bad!

Will it totally replace water for me?

Not so much like I said I LOVE Ice cold water but it's an alternative - a healthly alternative that I will put in my rotation for hydrating myself. I definitely want to try it after and/or during a workout at the gym to see how it makes me feel.

So is it a cure all or some sort of superfood?

In my opinion based on what I've read I don't think so but it can be many things for many different types of people. It is refreshing, it's not sugary like flavored water (which I hate), it's high in potassium which is good, low in calories - the one I have now is 60 calories per 8 fl. oz and it about 2 serving in this contain so that's about 120 calories. Thus far I like it!

I would encourage you to check it out for yourself if interested and let me know your thoughts. I have attached a pic of the one that I like drinking thus far.