According to the International Coconut Milk Association, there are over 100 types of coconut milk, with a variety of characteristics.
However, coconut milk contains a number of ingredients that can affect how it tastes.
The International Coconut Creamery & Tea Center (ICCFTC) says it uses the following ingredients: 1.
Milk of the coconuts (cocos nucifera) – This milk has high levels of the amino acid l-lysine.
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Coconut oil – This oil is usually extracted from the coconut, and is also a source of the essential amino acid L-lysin.
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Algae-derived polyphenols – These compounds can be found in the bark of coconutes.
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Organic plant-derived flavonoids – These include the flavonols, but they can also be found as trace elements in the milk.
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Plant-derived protein – These are found in coconut husks, and are mostly found in fatty fish.
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Coconut shell – This shell is made from a special type of coconut that has been soaked in water.
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Water-soluble cellulose – This is a plant fiber that is also found in many plant foods.
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Organic palm oil – It’s also found on palm fronds and other tropical trees.
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Almond oil – Almond oils are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and contain some plant oils, such as olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil and macadamia oil.
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Peanut oil – Some of the palm oils used in the manufacture of coconut oil come from peanuts.
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Coconut milk powder – Coconut milk is a mixture of milk and butter, but the powder is also made from the milk and coconut.
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Aloe vera gel – This gel is used in cosmetics and body care products to help restore skin tone.
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Coconut water – Coconut water is often added to products to keep them moisturised.
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Coconut leaf – This leaf is found in some tropical and subtropical plant species and is used as a cosmetic ingredient.
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Coconut flour – This flour is used to make coconut flour and is found mostly in the baking process.
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Coconut starch – This starch is found only in coconut milk and is often found in food-processing facilities.
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Olive oil – Olive oil is a key component of many products, such the dressing used to prepare chicken breasts, as well as in baking.
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Organic cocoa – This cocoa is a rich source of essential fatty acids that are essential for health.
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Organic peanut butter – This butter is made in a controlled environment and does not contain any animal by-products.
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Organic vanilla extract – This organic extract is used for making chocolate.
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Organic soy – Soybeans, which are rich sources of antioxidants and nutrients, are also used in many cosmetic products.
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Organic grapes – These grapes are also grown in the tropics, and they are a rich sources and source of vitamin A. 23.
Organic coconut oil – Coconut oil is often used as an ingredient in cosmetics.
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Organic almond butter – These almond butter products are often made from coconut oil.