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Suffering from diarrhea? Drink coconut water to stay hydrated

Dehydration caused due to diarrhoea can be effectively treated at home with coconut water.

By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti   | | Published: December 25, 2015 8:49 am
Tags: Coconut water  Diarrhea  
Diarrhea and frequent infections
Stomach problems and suffering from frequent diarrhea is also a sign of a weak immunity. Other than diarrhea, you will also be more prone to urinary tract infections UTIs) and sensitive gums.

Suffering from diarrhea and clueless about what to do? Between consulting a doctor and getting medications, here is a simple natural remedy to help you. All you need to do is drink a glass of coconut water throughout the day. Also Read - Gut acting up? Try these Ayurvedic herbs to calm your stomach

Also Read - Honey, coconut, tulsi +2 home remedies for mouth ulcers



How does it help? Also Read - 5 herbs that are found affective in relieving diarrhea symptoms

Coconut water is one of the age-old remedies for preventing dehydration, commonly caused due to diarrhea. It is rich in electrolytes and minerals that not only replenish the lost minerals from the body but also keeps you hydrated. Moreover, it also flushes out the harmful toxins, thereby aiding in quick recovery. Coconut water is naturally isotonic i.e.; contains electrolyte levels similar to those found in body and helps you maintain the electrolyte and water balance. Here are more health benefits of coconut water you need to be aware of!

Before you drink coconut water for diarrhea, keep these tips in mind.

  1. It is wise to drink a glass of coconut water every two to three hours.
  2. Coconut water has adequate potassium and glucose content, but the levels of sodium and chloride are relatively low. So, to make it a perfect drink for diarrhea, add a pinch of salt to a glass of coconut water to compensate the deficiency [1].
  3. It is also a feasible and most economical oral rehydration option for patients suffering from gastroenteritis [2].
  4. Coconut water also soothes the intestinal lining and lowers acidity level, preventing you from stomach complications.
  5. It is safe and effective for pregnant women, kids and even elderly people suffering from diarrhea and dehydration. Here are 9 home remedies for diarrhea in children.

References

  1. Kuberski, T., Roberts, A., Linehan, B., Bryden, R. N., & Teburae, M. (1979). Coconut water as a rehydration fluid. The New Zealand medical journal,90(641), 98-100.
  2. Adams, W., & Bratt, D. E. (1992). Young coconut water for home rehydration in children with mild gastroenteritis. Tropical and geographical medicine,44(1-2), 149-153.

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Published : December 25, 2015 8:49 am
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