FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQS
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Why combine coconut water with super greens?
The goodness of coconut water meets the greatness of supergreens! We're all no doubt aware of the benefits of these amazing superfoods - in fact the idea came from the fact that supergreens are the first ingredients that we add to our fresh smoothies. We realised quickly that no one had actually done this in a convenience of a powder. We have brought you a product that
Greens like straight wheatgrass are very bitter so the addition of coconut water powder balances this bitterness naturally without adding sugar!
It’s full of potassium and electrolytes for hydration so you can train at your best or last longer and is a prebiotic for good gut health.
Can assist the body to energise, hydrate and boost immunity. It just makes sense!
Some super greens powders have more ingredients - how did you chose the ingredients to put in Coconut Greens? Why not more?
In deciding on the final recipe for Coconut Greens we had some non-negotiables. It needed to be organic, with the right doses of each product and consumers need to understand what each ingredient does.
Too many supplements contain massive ingredient lists that the average consumer has no idea as to what they do. If you don't recognise an ingredient, why would take it?
More is definitely not better. Often the quantities of each ingredients are of very low concentrations, so why bother? Also some ingredients should be carefully considered.
For a great example of this read the following article on rice bran powder:
http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Rice-bran-contains-high-arsenic-levels-study
WHY PEOPLE LOVE COCONUT GREENS
- Tastes great, you won't believe your drinking super-greens
- 8-10 serves of veggies in every scoop (30 scoops per tub)
- 78% of recommended daily iron intake
- Organic, Vegan, Gluten and Dairy-free, Fodmap friendly, Non GMO
Whats in Coconut Greens?
INGREDIENTS
Organic coconut water, Organic spirulina, Organic chlorella, Organic apple, Organic wheatgrass, Organic barley grass, Organic kale, Organic alfalfa, Organic spinach, Organic broccoli
Natural Lemon, lime & coconut extract flavouring - no synthetics
The small white sachet within tub stops clumping this is bamboo silica (silicon dioxide) a natural compound that stops anti-caking.
What is the serving size?
Adults - One serving of Coconut Greens is 8.4grams (1 Levelled Tablespoon)
Children under 12 years - Reduce the dose to approx 2 grams ( 1/2 teaspoon ) and build up as they grow
1 single sachet is equivalent to 1 scoop ( 8.4g or 1 Levelled Tablespoon )
How do I use Coconut Greens?
You can use Coconut Greens in so many ways, use straight in chilled water, in a protein shake, supercharge your fruit smoothie, sprinkle in oats or bliss balls even pop it in your water bottle when on the run.
We recommend using 1 Levelled Tablespoon (approx 8.4g) each day for ongoing results. You can divide this into half in your morning with chilled water or smoothie and 1/2 in the afternoon. You may also like to start on a half dose daily for the first week or so and build up to the full 8.4g dose daily to allow your gut and body to adjust to the increase of vitamins and minerals.
If you are training for an event you may increase the dose but please be aware this can keep you very regular in the bathroom 💩
We have free recipes and ideas in our RECIPES tab on our website to guide and motivate you about the different ways you can use Coconut Greens in your day.
Directions of Use
Can I add Coconut Greens to Cooking?
Coconut Greens is a powder that can be combined in water and foods, in terms of adding to heated food you can keep muffins and oats and lattes at lower temperatures (not at boiling point) and you can add the coconut greens after you’ve cooked and just a sprinkle (adding at high temperatures may denature all the goodness so sprinkle and stir at end of cooking)
Do I need it everyday?
We recommend a daily dose of Coconut Greens to get the maximum benefit. It is especially good if you're feeling a little run down or have a cold coming on.
1 scoop or 1 Levelled Tablespoon (8.4g) gives you 78% of RD intake of Iron and is the equivalent of eating 8-10 serves of veggies!
How many calories in a dose of Coconut Greens?
1 serve of Coconut Greens has 10 calories. If taken with water Coconut Greens is very low in calories. This makes it perfect to support an intermittent fasting diet such as the 5:2 diet, 16:8 or any detox
Is Coconut Greens good for weight loss?
Fuelling your body with gut healing foods can positively affect your mood, digestion, immunity and energy levels which overflows into a true sense of well being our tried and tested delicious, detox recipes give you all the tools you need.
How much sugar and carbohydrates are in Coconut Greens?
The carbohydrates in one scoop are 1.9g per serving (Coconut Greens scoop serving is 8.4g)
You can try single serve sachets before buying a tub.
https://coconutgreens.com/products/coconut-greens-3-pack-3-x-single-serves
Can Coconut Greens be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Please consult with a health care professional whilst pregnant or lactating. We are an organic product classified as a food supplement.
Is Coconut Greens Kid friendly?
If you have any concerns our nutritional panel is available on website with only 10 organic ingredients please speak to your health professional to seek advice
Children under 12 years - Reduce the dose to 2 grams ( 1/2 teaspoon )
Is it okay to take Coconut Greens when I am on medication?
Coconut Greens is a food, however if you are taking prescription medications you should inform your healthcare professional when making significant lifestyle or dietary changes. Coconut Greens contains Vitamin K, so please consult your healthcare professional if you are on a blood-thinning medication such as Warfarin.
Do I need to keep Coconut Greens in the fridge once I have opened it?
The best method of storage is in a cool, dry location, and properly closed. It is not essential to refrigerate Coconut Greens. We also recommend using Coconut Greens within 90 days of opening to maintain the freshness. Ensure lid is secure and tight after each use to reduce moisture entering the tub.
Is Coconut Greens Gluten free?
Coconut Greens is gluten and wheat free. Although it contains wheatgrass and barleygrass, they are harvested early prior to the development of gluten in the first segment of the plant. It is also vegetarian and vegan, lactose free, corn free, dairy free and cruelty free.
Everybody is unique - we have had our product tested and it shows NIL gluten detected. If you are concerned about intolerances of any kind please try a sample pack prior to consuming regularly.
Is Coconut Greens Fodmap Friendly?
All our natural occurring sugars in our formula are completely balanced and we do have many customers with fructose absorption issues who love and use our product. You can try single serve sachets before buying a tub.
https://coconutgreens.com/products/coconut-greens-3-pack-3-x-single-serves
I have a sensitive gut can I use Coconut Greens?
We are the first to combine coconut water powder with super greens and are organic, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, fodmap friendly with no refined sugar.
1 scoop or 1 levelled tablespoon ( approx 8.4g ) of Coconut Greens is the equivalent of eating 8-10 serves of veggies.
We are also 78% of recommended daily iron intake in every scoop.
You can try single serve sachets before buying a tub.
https://coconutgreens.com/products/coconut-greens-3-pack-3-x-single-serves
Will Coconut Greens improve my iron?
Coconut Greens is a dietary supplement that is high in iron with 9.3 mg of iron which is approximately 78% of recommended dietary iron (RDI) per serve.
The human body is complex and causes of low iron are varied, along with your bodies ability to absorb iron, we recommend you consult a health care practitioner to see if coconut greens is the right choice for you.
Our products are not approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Coconut Greens is a vitamin supplement containing B-group vitamins , magnesium, vitamin C, potassium and more as well as Iron.
Is it safe for Diabetics?
Consuming green veggies in general can help lower blood pressure and keep blood sugar in check
If you have any concerns our nutritional panel is available on website with only 10 organic ingredients please speak to your health professional to seek advice
What is the natural flavouring?
To balance the nutritional profile and to allow our pleasant taste we have added natural lemon and lime ingredients for a clean, delicious flavour.
The small white sachet within tub stops clumping this is bamboo silica (silicon dioxide) a natural compound that stops anti-caking.
There are no added sulphites
Shipping Policy
Our shipping policy can be found here.
Do I have to subscribe to a monthly order?
You can skip months, go on bimonthly or pause or cancel subscription at any time.
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Manufacturing and sourcing ingredients
As a family business we are committed to providing a high quality product that we and our customers can enjoy with the peace of mind that every batch of Coconut Greens is blended here in Australia to highest safety and food standards.
The facility complies with Food Safety Standards ISO 22000 and both the facility and supply chain is audited and Accredited by SAI Global.
All ingredients are ethically sourced from a variety of locations but are batch controlled and from audited supply chain sources. While the locations of the products varies depending on availably they are sourced meticulously and individually tested for pollutants and contaminants.
Ingredients are spray or cool air dried depending on the ingredient
Our QE team assess the suppliers’ systems, accreditations and the specifications of the raw materials itself.
Our major ingredient (over 40%) is coconut water powder which is sourced from a certified organic family producer who give back to the villages that they work with in the Solomon Islands. This partnership started in 1974 and has been helping villagers grow their production capabilities to make a sustainable living for the long term for these communities.
Our eco friendly range of coconut bowls, straws and spoons are purchased directly from the family producer in Vietnam whom we communicate with frequently.