7 Reasons Coconut Bowls Are Awesome
Ever gazed at a coconut and thought, “Hmm, I could eat my morning granola out of you!” No? Well, after this, you might just start.
In this article, we’ll go over the 7 Benefits of Coconut Bowls which can also apply to most other coconut kitchenware.
I absolutely love using my coconut bowl to eat my salads out of. Not only does it make me feel better about the materials I use but it’s super aesthetically pleasing!
I also put together a list of the best eco-friendly coconut bowl brands if you’re wondering where I got mine.
The 7 Benefits Of Coconut Bowls
- Reduces Waste
- Biodegradability For The Win
- Chemical-Free Goodness
- Sustainable Harvesting
- Low Energy Production
- Promotion of Green Living
- Versatile & Reusable
How Are Coconut Bowls Made?
Coconut bowls are simply made from discarded coconut shells.
After the meat and water are extracted, the empty shells are cleaned and sanded to create a smooth texture.
They’re then polished, often with a natural oil like coconut or mineral oil, to give them their durability and shine.
The result is a super cool bowl, made of nothing but coconut!
The Coconut Chronicles: The 7 Benefits of Coconut Bowls!
1. Reduces Waste
Through coconut husk recycling, we’re turning potential trash into useful kitchenware!
Like they say, another man’s trash is another man’s… opportunity to make the world a greener place. (It goes something like that lol).
2. Biodegradable
Are coconut bowls biodegradable?
Yes! coconut bowls naturally decompose, and can even be tossed into your compost pile, unlike plastic bowls which take hundreds of years to decompose and leave behind millions of microplastics in the process.
3. Chemical-Free
Many bowls and dishes on the market contain harmful chemicals, dyes, or synthetic materials.
Coconut bowls, on the other hand, are non-toxic and crafted without any artificial substances.
4. Sustainable Harvesting
The production of coconut bowls doesn’t harm any trees.
Coconuts are naturally harvested, and the shells, which are a byproduct of the coconut industry, don’t go to waste and are used to make these bowls.
Sustainability from start to finish to recycled.
5. Low Energy Production
The process of turning a coconut shell into a bowl requires minimal machinery or energy, especially when compared to the production of plastic or ceramic dishes.
Coconut Bowls tend to be handmade making them much more energy-efficient as well as unique.
Not to mention, many brands that sell this product are small businesses.
6. Promotion Of Green Living
When you go showing off your coconut bowl, your friends will most likely want one themselves.
This might push them to start choosing more non-toxic kitchenware!
7. Versatile & Reusable
Coconut bowls are super durable and can be used multiple times for various purposes, from dining to decor.
They do require a little TLC (no dishwashers or microwaves) but they will last you a good while.
And like I said, you can always just use them for decor if their aesthetic is the main attraction for you. Nothing wrong with that!
Tips To Care For Your Coconut Bowl
Although Coconut bowls are completely and utterly awesome, they do come with a few limitations and specific needs.
- Don’t microwave them
- No hot liquids or food
- Rub them with coconut oil once in a while. It can be prone to cracking if not cared for properly
- It may have a coconut smell
- Hand wash gently… never put them in the dishwasher
Although they aren’t made for hot foods, coconut bowls are great for salads, acai bowls, yogurt, and so many more dishes!
Till next time, stay coco-nutty! 🥥
