Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

please tell me, could i still play water polo if i had cataract surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Certainly you would wait until full healing.  Then always wear good eye protection which is a good idea anyway as the eye can easily be  struck in water polo as well as other sports and activities.

Question 6

my grandmother got phaco surgery for cataract. after the 4 days of surgery also she is experiencing pain, pricking and watering eye. is it normal?

Accepted Answer

It may be: Some mild discomfort,  grainy feeling, and tearing is normal.  The post-operative eyedrops greatly help minimize the discomfort.  Make sure you're shaking up your drops and using as directed.

Question 7

does coconut water affect tacycardia?

Accepted Answer

No: If it is natural coconut milk without any additives, then it will have no affect on any type of tachycardia. Also no interactions with any meds used to treat tachycardia syndromes. So....Enjoy!

Question 8

is it healthy to drink coconut water ?

Accepted Answer

Health benefits: Coconut Water comes from the interior of young coconuts.  Due to it’s osmolarity, coconut water is used in some tropical areas to replace fluid losses due to diarrhea. It contains  potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, manganese, vitamin C, niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, pyridoxine  &amp; folate (folic acid).   Research suggests that it’s cytokins may have some level of anti-carcinogenic &amp; anti-aging effect.

Question 9

is coconut water just a celeb fad or a healthy drink?

Accepted Answer

Health benefits: Coconut Water comes from the interior of young coconuts.  Due to it’s osmolarity, coconut water is used in some tropical areas to replace fluid losses due to diarrhea. It contains  potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, manganese, vitamin C, niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, pyridoxine  &amp; folate (folic acid).   Research suggests that it’s cytokins may have some level of anti-carcinogenic &amp; anti-aging effect.

Question 10

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.

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

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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:

Please tell me, could i still play water polo if i had cataract surgery?

A member asked:

My grandmother got phaco surgery for cataract. after the 4 days of surgery also she is experiencing pain, pricking and watering eye. is it normal?

A member asked:

Does coconut water affect tacycardia?

A member asked:

Is it healthy to drink coconut water ?

A member asked:

Is coconut water just a celeb fad or a healthy drink?

A member asked:

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

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