Coconut Products at the Kalinago Barana Autê
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The coconut tree provides many things from the roots, to the trunk, to the flowers, fruits, leaves and the nuts. A large percentage of the Kalinago population is directly and indirectly dependent on coconut.
The Kalinago Barana Autê offers the opportunity to explore a large range of coconut products that evolved from the skills, creativity and tradition of the Kalinago people of Dominica. These products include crafts, eats, drinks and medicines.
Coconut Oil is achieved by using fresh coconut meat with no chemicals added. Hence a natural, pure coconut oil is obtained this way with a shelf life of several years. Coconut Oils are used to help fight attacking viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens.