HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is Coconut Water Advisable For A Pre Diabetic Person?

I have been diagnosed as pre diabetic. My question is I drink coconut water and noticed that it has 12g of sugar. It is clear liquid to my understanding is that is can reverse the affects of diabetes. Is this true or should I get rid of it. I do drink reqular water and take CO Q10 every morning. Please advise. I am getting mixed answers.
Thank you
Karen Keener
Thu, 7 Apr 2016
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...
Yes natural coconut water is advisable to a pre-diabetic person, but it would not be revert the action of development of diabetes. Natural coconut water contains only 2-3 g of sugar per 100 ml. The one you are drinking should contain added sugar. Therefore the quantity of sugar is 12 g. You can drink this but in limited quantity.
As per your query, Pre-diabetic condition is reversible condition & you could stop its progression to diabetes. You should increase use daily exercise regimen. Daily half an hour walking or cycling is good. Increase foods such as raw vegetables & fruits, whole grains, fiber rich foods, etc. Decrease the intake of sugars & sugar rich fruits such as grapes, mangoes etc.

Refer to a physician
Hope this information helps
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Is Coconut Water Advisable For A Pre Diabetic Person?

Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern... Yes natural coconut water is advisable to a pre-diabetic person, but it would not be revert the action of development of diabetes. Natural coconut water contains only 2-3 g of sugar per 100 ml. The one you are drinking should contain added sugar. Therefore the quantity of sugar is 12 g. You can drink this but in limited quantity. As per your query, Pre-diabetic condition is reversible condition & you could stop its progression to diabetes. You should increase use daily exercise regimen. Daily half an hour walking or cycling is good. Increase foods such as raw vegetables & fruits, whole grains, fiber rich foods, etc. Decrease the intake of sugars & sugar rich fruits such as grapes, mangoes etc. Refer to a physician Hope this information helps