Just Myth, Doctors Confirm Coconut Milk Does not Contain Cholesterol

One of the interesting things expressed by Dr. Diana Suganda SpGK, nutrition specialist from Rumah Pondok Indah Hospital, durian is the fact that fruits do not contain cholesterol.

This statement makes many readers confused. If the coconut is classified as a fruit does not contain cholesterol, how can coconut milk mentioned cholesterol?

Apparently, this is also a myth. Diana confirmed that coconut milk does not contain cholesterol.

In 100 grams of coconut milk there are 230 calories; 2.29 grams of protein; 5.54 grams of carbohydrates; 15 milligrams of sodium; 263 milligrams of potassium; 21.14 grams of saturated fat; 0.261 grams of polyunsaturated fat; 1,014 grams of monounsaturated fats; and 0 milligrams of cholesterol.

This misunderstanding, says Diana, may come from the high content of saturated fat in coconut milk that reaches 21 percent.

"Coconut milk does not contain cholesterol, but coconut milk contains high saturated fat, which is as much as 21 grams per 100 grams of coconut milk. Maybe people often mistakenly consider fat as cholesterol, but it is a different thing, "she said.

In addition to high levels of saturated fat, the calorie content of 230 calories per 100 grams also makes coconut milk should be consumed carefully. Therefore, excessive consumption of coconut milk in the long run can increase the risk of obesity.

However, coconut milk is not always bad. Diana said that coconut milk also contains lauric acid which is a medium chain fatty acid. Can be used as a source of energy, fatty acids in coconut milk is actually still needed by the body although in small quantities.

The recommended serving dose by this nutrition specialist is only a quarter to a half cup. As a substitute, you can also use fresh milk or UHT milk in cooking.