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NOW Real Food® Organic Coconut Flour (16 oz / 454 g)
Ditch refined white grain flour without giving up your favorite baked goods. NOW Real Food® Organic Coconut Flour (Item #N6917) is an unrefined, gluten-free, and grain-free baking alternative made entirely from the dried, defatted meat of certified organic coconuts (Cocos nucifera). Whether you follow a ketogenic, paleo, low-glycemic, or strict celiac-safe diet, this nutrient-dense flour lets you enjoy moist breads, fluffy pancakes, and wholesome muffins without unnecessary blood sugar spikes.
Unlike grain-based flours that are loaded with fast-digesting starches, organic coconut flour is naturally dense in prebiotic dietary fiber, plant-based iron, and gentle plant protein. With just 3 grams of net carbohydrates per 2-tablespoon serving, it fits seamlessly into everyday macro goals while supporting digestive regularity and healthy satiety.
- Low-Carb & Keto-Friendly: Only 3g net carbs per serving (9g total carbohydrate minus 6g natural dietary fiber).
- Certified Pure: USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Gluten-Free, Vegan, and Kosher (Triangle K).
- Clean Nutrition: 0g added sugars, cholesterol-free, low sodium, and an excellent source of dietary iron (20% Daily Value).
- Dedicated Quality: Packaged and rigorously tested in the USA inside a dedicated peanut-free facility.
How Coconut Flour Works: Digestive Mechanics & Culinary Science
Understanding coconut flour comes down to two simple concepts: how your body digests its fiber and how its sponge-like nature behaves in your mixing bowl.
1. Prebiotic Fiber and Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs)
Coconut flour is composed of approximately 60% total dietary fiber by dry weight (56% insoluble fiber and 4% soluble prebiotic fiber). When this fiber reaches your large intestine, your beneficial gut microflora ferment it into essential short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), predominantly butyrate, along with acetate and propionate. Peer-reviewed research demonstrates that fiber from coconut produces significantly higher levels of butyrate during fermentation than standard wheat bran (Trinidad et al., Innovative Food Science & Emerging Technologies, 2006). Butyrate serves as the primary fuel source for your colonic lining cells, helping maintain intestinal wall integrity and comfortable digestion.
2. Blunted Glycemic Response
Traditional all-purpose wheat flour has a high glycemic index (GI ≈ 70–85), causing rapid starch breakdown into glucose and triggering sharp insulin surges. In contrast, the substantial insoluble fiber matrix in coconut flour physically slows carbohydrate breakdown and gastric emptying. Controlled clinical investigations published in the British Journal of Nutrition confirm that enriching baked goods with coconut flour significantly lowers their glycemic index in both healthy and diabetic individuals in direct proportion to the fiber concentration (Trinidad et al., Br J Nutr, 2003; 90:551–556).
3. The Culinary Sponge Effect (Hygroscopic Density)
In baking science, coconut flour is intensely hygroscopic, meaning it binds and absorbs roughly 4 to 5 times its volume in liquid compared to conventional grain flours. Because it lacks gluten—the structural protein network that traps air and provides elasticity in wheat dough—recipes using coconut flour require additional moisture and natural binding agents (such as whole eggs, chia gel, or flaxseed) to yield light, tender crumb structures.
Complete Nutrition Facts & Official Ingredient Profile
What you see on the label is exactly what is inside the bag. There are zero synthetic anti-caking agents, zero bleaching chemicals, zero fillers, and zero preservatives.
Nutrition Facts
About 30 servings per container
Serving size: 2 Tablespoons (15 g)
Amount Per Serving Calories 70| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | — |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9 g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6 g | 21% |
| Total Sugars | 1 g | — |
| Includes Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3 g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 4 mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% |
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice (FDA 21 CFR § 101.9).
Pure Ingredients: Organic Coconut Flour.
Allergen Verification: Contains Tree Nuts (Coconut). Packaged in a certified peanut-free facility that processes other tree nuts. Free from wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, and crustacean shellfish.
NOW® Brand Quality Assurance: Industry-Leading Contaminant Testing
Not all organic flours on the market adhere to the same purity standards. Agricultural products grown overseas can carry risks of soil heavy metal absorption, post-harvest mold toxins, or cross-contact during transit. NOW Foods maintains one of the most advanced analytical testing infrastructures in the natural food industry to eliminate these concerns before any product reaches your pantry.
- 31,000+ Monthly Analytical Tests: NOW performs over 31,000 individual quality checks every single month across 68 distinct analytical testing categories inside world-class, ISO/IEC 17025 accredited in-house laboratories.
- Trace Heavy Metal Screening (ICP-MS): Using Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), NOW chemists detect trace elemental contaminants down to parts-per-billion (ppb) limits. Every lot is verified to meet strict action levels for lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury well below federal requirements.
- Pesticide Residue & Glyphosate Analysis (IC-MS/MS & LC-MS/MS): Even though certified organic farming prohibits synthetic sprays, environmental drift can occur. NOW utilizes tandem mass spectrometry to screen for hundreds of pesticide residues and confirms zero glyphosate (Roundup) residues at parts-per-billion sensitivity.
- Full Microbial Safety Screens: Every batch undergoes rigorous microbiological plating to ensure total absence of pathogens, including Salmonella spp., Escherichia coli, coagulase-positive Staphylococci, as well as strict control thresholds for yeasts and molds.
✓ Certified Organic by QAI: Quality Assurance International verifies complete farm-to-shelf organic chain of custody.
✓ Non-GMO Project Verified: Tested and audited to guarantee zero genetically modified organisms.
✓ Gluten-Free Integrity: Analyzed via sensitive ELISA test kits to guarantee compliance below the 20 ppm FDA gluten-free threshold.
Culinary Usage Guidelines, Substitution Ratios & Precautions
Because coconut flour behaves differently from conventional all-purpose wheat flour, successful baking requires following specific culinary ratios.
The Golden Baking Rules for Coconut Flour
- Never Swap 1:1 for Wheat Flour: Replacing wheat flour cup-for-cup will result in an unworkable, dry, crumbly dough. As a universal standard, substitute only 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup of coconut flour for every 1 full cup of wheat flour called for in the recipe.
- Match Liquids Equivocally: Because coconut fiber drinks up moisture quickly, add an amount of liquid (almond milk, water, or coconut milk) equal to the amount of coconut flour introduced into the recipe.
- Add Structural Binders (Eggs or Plant Binders): To make up for the absence of gluten, recipes generally require 1 whole egg for every 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut flour (or 4 to 6 eggs for a standard 1/2-cup coconut flour batch). For vegan baking, substitute with hydrated chia seeds or psyllium husk gel (1 tablespoon psyllium husk whisked in 3 tablespoons warm water per egg).
- The Almond Flour Blend Strategy: For beginner bakers, blending 1 part coconut flour with 3 parts blanched almond flour provides moisture, structure, and crumb texture almost identical to traditional wheat pastry.
Storage Instructions & Digestive Adaptation
Storage: Store the tightly sealed pouch in a cool, dry pantry away from direct heat and sunlight. For extended shelf life up to 12 months, store in an airtight glass container inside the refrigerator or freezer once opened.
Digestive Adaptation: With 6 grams of fiber in just two tablespoons, individuals currently consuming a low-fiber diet should increase intake gradually while drinking adequate water throughout the day. This simple step allows your gut microbiome to comfortably adapt to increased prebiotic fermentation without transient gas or fullness.
Allergen Notice: Although the coconut palm is botanically a fibrous one-seeded drupe (fruit) and not a botanical nut, the U.S. FDA classifies coconut as a tree nut under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (21 CFR § 101.20). Individuals with documented tree nut allergies should consult their healthcare provider prior to use.
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