Brown Coconut water safety issue? [duplicate]

If you like sour and the water is not rancid is there any danger in drinking the water? If so what is the danger? I grew up drinking it and it was delightful. There were never any warnings against drinking it. If the water is unsafe to drink then in my opinion the coconut meat is also unsafe. Please be specific.

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Best Answer

The only thing I know is that sour water from the brown mature coconuts is horrible tasting but I didn't get sick from it. I would not keep the meat if the coconut water is in question. The meat is not safe from bacteria if bacteria has touched it.

Check out what organyx has to say here about the pink and purple color: http://www.chow.com/food-news/84067/is-coconut-water-bad-for-you/

I've found this site very informative in the past: http://foodbabe.com/2014/07/15/how-to-buy-the-healthiest-coconut-water-and-avoid-the-worst/

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Is it safe to drink water from a brown coconut?

The water also looses its sugar content. After husking, young coconut shells are white and quickly turn brown UNLESS treated in chemicals to keep them white for an extended period.. The water in an older, browner, coconuts is still safe to drink, just not as sweet. If the water is rancid, so is the coconut meat.

Why is my coconut water brown?

When coconut water is extracted, its exposure to air initiates reactions like oxidation. This is promoted by enzymes polyphenol oxidase (PPO) and peroxidase (POD) which are naturally present in coconut water. When enzymes catalyse, the oxidation of phenolic compounds present in coconut water form brown pigments.

How do you know if coconut water is bad?

How to Tell if Coconut Water Has Gone Bad? Freshly opened coconut water has a pleasantly sweet aroma and a refreshing nutty taste. If the coconut water has gone bad, its color, smell, or appearance will change. If the smell is strong or liquid's consistency somewhat thick, get rid of it.

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