Coconut sap sugar: A healthy, Natural Alternative to Refined sugar

Coconut sugar is a natural sweetener made from the sap of the coconut palm tree. It has a unique flavor and is often considered a healthier alternative to refined sugar. Here are some common uses of coconut sugar: ### 1. *Baking and Cooking* - *Substitute for regular sugar*: Coconut sugar can replace white or brown sugar in most baking recipes, providing a caramel-like flavor. Use it in cakes, cookies, muffins, and other baked goods. - *Sweetener in savory dishes*: Its mild sweetness can be used in savory dishes, particularly in sauces, dressings, and marinades. ### 2. *Sweetening Beverages* - *Tea and coffee*: Coconut sugar dissolves easily in hot liquids, making it a great addition to tea, coffee, or other warm beverages. - *Smoothies and shakes*: It adds a natural sweetness to smoothies, protein shakes, and fruit juices. ### 3. *Making Granola and Energy Bars* - Coconut sugar works well in granola and homemade energy bars due to its ability to provide moisture and a rich flavor. ### 4. *Making Sauces and Syrups* - It can be used to make homemade syrups, caramel, or as a base for sweet sauces that complement desserts or savory dishes. ### 5. *In Low Glycemic Diets* - Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index compared to regular sugar, meaning it causes a slower rise in blood sugar. It's often used in recipes aimed at reducing sugar spikes, especially for people with diabetes or those following low glycemic index diets. ### 6. *In Healthy Snack Recipes* - Coconut sugar is commonly used in raw food recipes, such as energy balls, protein bites, and healthy granola bars. ### 7. *Homemade Jams and Jellies* - It can be used as a natural sweetener in homemade fruit jams or jellies, offering a richer, deeper flavor than traditional sugars. ### 8. *Fermentation (e.g., for Alcohol or Vinegar)* - In some cultures, coconut sugar is used in the fermentation process to produce alcoholic beverages like "tuba" or coconut wine, or to make vinegar. ### 9. *Making Vegan and Gluten-Free Desserts* - It’s often used in vegan and gluten-free recipes due to its natural origins, making it a good alternative for people with dietary restrictions. ### 10. *As a Topping* - Sprinkle on oatmeal, yogurt, or fruit salads for an added natural sweetness. While coconut sugar is a popular alternative, it should still be used in moderation as it is still a form of sugar.

We are blessed to live in the southwestern coastal state of India, Kerala nicknamed 'the land of coconuts as the name origin corresponds to the combination of two words, 'Kera' meaning coconut and 'Alam' meaning land. Found in abundance, coconut trees form a geographical icon of this land. Coconut is used for several purposes and is popular for its health benefits. Since it grows only in tropical regions, it remains an exotic pearl of great price for many residing outside the tropical zones.

We wish to take the natural, nutrient-rich and remedial virtues of coconut beyond the land and water boundaries and let people all around the world enjoy them. Also, we are happy that for manufacturing coconut oil, we depend upon the coconut cultivators of Kerala for the raw material, coconut, which means a livelihood itself to them.

The company’s founder is a nature lover and always prefers natural products over chemical or artificially processed ones. One day on reading an article on the adulteration and malpractice in edible coconut oil, she thought if people are cautioned about adulteration in foodstuffs and are supplied with unadulterated food products, it would transform the entire world with the greatest wealth, health. This insight coupled with the inspiration from the Gandhian message, "Be the change that you wish to see in the world", altogether paved her way towards a new initiative, of building a brand around coconut based products.Even though she is a dentist by profession, her passion for entrepreneurship further engraved her thoughts and culminated in her brainchild, NivahDrops.