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Shredded Coconut

Shredded coconut is the grated flesh of mature coconut, often sold dried or sweetened for baking and cooking. It has a rich texture and distinct coconut flavor.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber provides healthy fats low in moisture energy-dense

Nutritional highlights

Shredded coconut provides dietary fiber and fat, especially saturated fat, with small amounts of manganese, copper, selenium, and iron.

Caution. Sweetened shredded coconut can be high in added sugar, and coconut may trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.