Question 1

is this ok to drink this during colonoscopy prep? low blood sugar
isopure coconut water the only completely clear whey protein when dissolved in water

Accepted Answer

... clear liquids ..: Prior to colonoscopy 24 h regimen is clear liquids only, no red colors. Any dairy or protein drink are out of this recommendation . During prep drinking ...,apple juice is permitted - in case of diabetes can provide glucose if hypoglycemia . If you have special needs - consult w Gastroenterologist before procedure.   . .

Question 2

is green coconut water bad for teeth? is it acidic?

Accepted Answer

: Unsweetened coconut water has 9.5 grams of sugar and sweetened coconut water has 18 gram of sugar. Two or three cups of    
  unsweetened coconut is good but no more.  Sweetened coconut water is bad for teeth ,too much sugar. and both can cause an increase in potassium levels but are low in calories and sodium.

Question 3

hi, i have acid reflux problem. im taking nexium (esomeprazole) 1 tablet every  day. aloe vera  juice  and coconut  water  is good for that ?

Accepted Answer

DGL: DGL is licorice w/an enzyme removed which could raise BP if taken over a long period of time.  DGL is used as a natural replacement for acid blockers.  It coats the stomach and esophagus.  Peace and good health.  If you are on an acid blocker and switch (ask doc first) you may have a rebound effect for a while.

Question 4

im in xareltro, my doctor didnt explain it very well, i know i cant have grapefruit, but can i have like coconut water and protein and protein shakes, im trying to stay fit and healthy but dont want to mess up my medicine either. vitimans?

Accepted Answer

: Unless you have a specific deficiency, routine vitamin usage is not necessary. Xareltro does not get in the way of maintaining adequate nutrition whatsoever. Eat a varied, good nutritional diet and you will meet your needs adequately. Good luck.

Question 5

can some table salt(sodium chloride) be mixed wid fresh unsweetened coconut water safely to make electrolyte drink?can this fix the low sodium/high potassium makeup of coconut water?and make it better balanced in getting sodium&potassium chloride?

Accepted Answer

: Adding table salt to fresh coconut water will not be harmful, but just adding an occasional balanced electrolyte drink like Gatorade or Pediolyte will restore any unbalance in sodium/potassium without altering the taste of the coconut water.

Question 6

is rice milk or coconut water healthy? do they contain too much sugar?

Accepted Answer

Both are healthy: and the sugars in each are natural and easily digested.

Question 7

the coconut water that is fresh from inside the coconut. what sugars, etc., are in it?

Accepted Answer

Nutritional food: Coconut is well known for its nutritional benefits. Its abundant in vitamins, minearals and  nutrients. Some of these include omega 6 fatty acids which are beneficial to the body. It is a good source of manganese, iron, phosphorous , and potassium as well as other trace minerals. Coconuts also contain lauric acid which is antibacterial and excellent in fighting infection .  I use a machete to cut.

Question 8

does pure, no sugar added coconut water count as my daily 64oz of water i try to drink in a day?

Accepted Answer

Coconut water: Yes, coconut water would count about the same as plain water in your daily calculations.

Question 9

coconut has saturated fats that are good for you,right? do those fats(and the good fats in butter,too)raise blood sugar levels like other sat fats?

Accepted Answer

No: the good fats are needed to make the body function well  Usually unless some major health stresses these types of fat do not convert to sugars

Question 10

what should my blood glucose/ blood sugar be at?

Accepted Answer

70-99mg/dl fasting: Normal blood sugars are between 70-100mg/dl when you are in a fasting state (at least 8hrs).  Diabetes is present when the number hits 126mg/dl in the fasting state.  When the sugars fall in between these ranges (100-125), this would be considered impaired fasting glucose or pre-diabetes (borderline diabetes).

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Is this ok to drink this during colonoscopy prep? low blood sugar isopure coconut water the only completely clear whey protein when dissolved in water

A member asked:

Is green coconut water bad for teeth? is it acidic?

A member asked:

Hi, i have acid reflux problem. im taking nexium (esomeprazole) 1 tablet every day. aloe vera juice and coconut water is good for that ?

A member asked:

Im in xareltro, my doctor didnt explain it very well, i know i cant have grapefruit, but can i have like coconut water and protein and protein shakes, im trying to stay fit and healthy but dont want to mess up my medicine either. vitimans?

A member asked:

Can some table salt(sodium chloride) be mixed wid fresh unsweetened coconut water safely to make electrolyte drink?can this fix the low sodium/high potassium makeup of coconut water?and make it better balanced in getting sodium&potassium chloride?

A member asked:

Is rice milk or coconut water healthy? do they contain too much sugar?

A member asked:

The coconut water that is fresh from inside the coconut. what sugars, etc., are in it?

A member asked:

Does pure, no sugar added coconut water count as my daily 64oz of water i try to drink in a day?

A member asked:

Coconut has saturated fats that are good for you,right? do those fats(and the good fats in butter,too)raise blood sugar levels like other sat fats?

A member asked:

What should my blood glucose/ blood sugar be at?

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