Cocos nucifera (Coconut) water of different maturity stages affects hematological and coagulation parameters in rabbits: A positive lead

Abstract

Cocos nucifera (coconut) water is a traditionally used beverage and sportsdrink around the world. The recommendations on the use of plants for different conditions often lack proper scientific research. This study is first of its kind to explore, compare and document scientific evidence of the effect of different stages cocos nucifera (coconut) water on hematological and coagulation parameters in rabbits. For this study, we selected healthy rabbits and used their blood samples for our target analysis. 4ml/100g of young and mature cocos nucifera (coconut) water was administered orally once a day to respective groups for 60 days. Control group was administered distilled water orally. Results showed positive effect of coconut water on key hematological parameters including red cells and hemoglobin. Coagulation profile revealed significant increase in platelets and fibrinogen level with decrease in bleeding time and increase in clotting time by coconut water. This study revealed slightly dominating profile of young coconut water over mature coconut water which may be attributed to the unique composition differences between young and mature coconut water including micronutrients, carbohydrates and phenolic components. Outcomes of this research lead to the speculation about possible effect of cocos nucifera (coconut) water in anemia and bleeding disorders.