For individuals managing diabetes, making informed food choices is crucial. The mature white coconut, with its brown outer shell and thick white flesh, is widely enjoyed across Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. It is valued for its distinctive flavour, fibre and traditional health benefits. However, coconut flesh is also high in fat, mostly saturated, and relatively rich in calories. This raises an important question: can it be included safely in a diabetes-friendly diet? With its combination of fibre, minerals and a relatively low glycaemic index, coconut has potential advantages, but portion control and balance remain crucial considerations. People with diabetes can eat mature white coconut flesh, but only in moderation. The flesh inside the brown shell is relatively low in net carbo

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