Asian sea coconut is packed with phosphorus, calcium and vitamin C. It’s considered a ‘cooling’ food in traditional Chinese medicine, best savoured during hot weather; and known for treating skin inflammations, as well as a remedy for stomach aches and nausea. The natural fruity sweetness soothes rather than excites, and the tender but firm texture allows it to stay in shape for the double-boil or simmering; which releases the nutrient-rich juice into your dessert soup mix.
海底椰其具有很高的药用价值，《中华本草》中也有称“棕性寒，能清热、消痰、止咳，故热咳者宜食之。据近代药理试验观察，棕确有祛痰和镇咳效果，且祛痰作用强于镇咳。”《滇南本草》中说它“治伤风咳嗽”，实为风热咳嗽。《简便单方》中也介绍单用海底椰能“清上化痰，利咽膈，治风热。”故凡风热感冒咳嗽或肺热咳嗽之人，用海底椰颇宜。