India's Olympic Silver medalist Neeraj Chopra is not just celebrated for his amazing performances and achievements in Javelin, but also for his agile and lean physique and impressive athletic build. Chopra, the country's top athlete, is known for his dedication to fitness and diet regime – which involves extensive training and consumption of certain foods that provide the required nutrition for his body to sustain the pressure.

In various interviews, Neeraj has opened up on how he maintains his 10 per cent body weight by not just consuming enough protein and macronutrients, but also including coconut water - loaded with antioxidants and one of the best ways to hydrate your body. According to experts, coconut water has immense benefits for your overall health – apart from the heart and the kidneys.

Nariyal paani is packed with electrolytes, minerals, and vitamins that support muscle function – needed for a high-energy athlete like Chopra. Since it is low in calories and fat, coconut water helps maintain a lean body.

According to studies, this refreshing beverage helps lower blood sugar levels and improve other health markers, especially those with diabetes. It is a great source of magnesium so increases insulin sensitivity and brings down blood sugar levels. However, coconut water contains carbs so, if you are living with diabetes or prediabetes, you must talk with your doctor or a dietitian before adding it to your diet.

Coconut water also helps reduce the risk of heart disease, by reducing high cholesterol and triglyceride levels – which can lead to various cardiovascular issues, including heart attack and stroke. Studies suggest coconut water is also beneficial for lowering blood pressure in those with hypertension.

Full of electrolytes, coconut water is the perfect beverage for restoring hydration and replenishing electrolytes lost during exercise or high-intensity workouts. Electrolytes play several important roles in your body, including maintaining proper fluid balance. And since coconut water is rich in magnesium and calcium, experts say it is more beneficial than water for rehydration after exercise.

The sweet, nutty flavour of coconut water can also be incorporated as a base for smoothies, chia seed pudding, or vinaigrette dressing, or substituted for plain water whenever you want a bit of natural sweetness, as it increases hydration.

Also, coconut water is important for the prevention of kidney stones, created when calcium, oxalate, and other compounds combine to form crystals in your urine. These crystals can then form tiny stones, which are extremely painful and can greatly affect your athletic performance.

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