It’s no secret that coconut has recently seen a boom in worldwide demand. The fruit, important to many tropical cultures for generations, has experienced a surge in interest from Westerners. And it’s no wonder that people all over are suddenly going coo-coo for coconuts; the stuff is positively amazing!

Coconut milk, sugar and flour are all appealing to consumers needing or wanting alternatives to the conventional forms of these staples. Coconut water is touted by many as an ideal aid in hydration.

But at what cost does our coconut addiction come to people and planet?

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