Malaga Coconut Palm Sugar - made from the sweet nectar of the coconut palm tree. It is a pure and simple low-glycemic cane sugar alternative, which is rich in nutrients and minerals that provides the energy and nutrients that the body needs for a healthy lifestyle. Coconut palm sugar is nature’s perfect sweetener.
Coconut palm sugar, made from coconut tree nectar, may help maintain proper levels of blood glucose, or sugar, while providing an abundance of nutrients and minerals to keep you healthy. High glucose levels have been associated with an increased risk of diabetes mellitus and even cancer, according to the Linus Pauling Institute. Coconut palm sugar scores a mere 35 out of a possible score of 70 or more, on the glycemic index scale, which measures how fast a carbohydrate turns into a sugar, according to Glycemic Index. This nutrient-filled sugar is thought to benefit your health in several ways.
Coconut palm sugar contained significantly more potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, phosphorus, nitrogen and sodium than brown or white sugar. Potassium and nitrogen help prevent cardiovascular disease, magnesium and sodium are necessary for proper nerve function, and zinc increases brain function. Iron is necessary for blood health and a strong immune system to help you stay well and recover from illnesses. The phosphorus in coconut palm sugar helps kidneys function and promotes cell health.
