Coconuts are What?

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Coconuts are fruit, not nut, and are actually known as a drupe. This is a subcategory, defined as fruits. They have the inner freshness and are surrounded by a hard shell. This also includes other fruits such as peaches, pears, walnuts, and almonds. The mature green coconut has more tender meat than the brown and nicer milk. The coconut is a highly nutritious fruit with a high-fat content. It is rich in antioxidants and may even support better blood sugar control. The picture is from wallpaperflare.com The U S gets its coconuts from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Central America, and the Pacific Islands. The Thai Nam Hom coconut is well-known worldwide and is thought to be the sweetest and best of the varieties. It has a pandan-like fragrance and offers a naturally sweet taste. The Coco de Mer variety is said to be the most expensive type costing hundreds of dollars.