Comments on: The Truth About Coconut Water

By: JP

JP — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:06:19 +0000

Hi Karl,

I haven’t seen evidence to support your doctor’s statement.

PS – I thought you might find my most recent column useful. It’s all about heart health and it addresses the issue of coconut oil.

http://www.healthyfellow.com/1062/dr-jonny-bowden-interview-part-one/

Be well!

By: Karl

Karl — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:29:06 +0000

Does Coconut Water/Juice raise your bad cholestral levels?? I drink Rockstar energy drink with coconut water and my Dr says it does raise your bad cholestral,, but doing some research it says it helps reduce bad cholestral… please can i have your opinon!!! Thanks

By: JP

JP — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:28:09 +0000

Hi Neil.

As you noted, the primary concern is the potassium content of coconut water. I couldn’t find any human studies that specifically addressed this issue. Therefore, I think it would probably be prudent to treat coconut water just like any other dietary potassium source.

Be well!

By: Neil

Neil — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:42:42 +0000

Hi JP,

Do you have additional information regarding the effects of Coconut Water on the kidneys for folks witha poor kidney function? Is this just because of the higher levels of Potassium in Coconut Water or are there other underlying problems? You would think that the other benefits mentioned would help support a healthy kidney function.

I happen to be a kideny patient that participates in a Bikram Yoga class (105F for 90 mins) four times a week. That cold Coconut Water after class is a must for me.

Neil

By: JP

JP — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:45:17 +0000

Regina,

It’s hard to say because there are many variables involved.

Some people begin experimenting with a low dosage, perhaps 4 to 6 oz twice-daily, and work their way up as needed.

Be well!

By: regina

regina — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:42:05 +0000

Just want to know how much coconut water do you need to drink per day to get the full benefit to help with weight loss and lower blood pressure?

By: JP

JP — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 18:03:07 +0000

Jerry,

Coconut oil and it’s medium chain triglycerides may reduce body fat stores.

http://www.springerlink.com/content/02ngg2413wm2w630/

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11033985

http://informahealthcare.com/doi/abs/10.3109/09637481003702114

The link below may be of interest re: your mother.

http://www.healthyfellow.com/208/coconut-oil-and-alzheimers-disease/

I wish you both all the best.

Be well!

By: jerry Peralez

jerry Peralez — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 21:59:03 +0000

I have two questions, First, is coconut true helpful in fat burning?? I recently lost 40 plus pounds with Paleo diet and crossfit but now i’m stuck with in my fat burning!! Help!
Second I read that coconut water was good for brain stimulation, My mother was in a almost fatal car crash where she was comatose for almost months. After ignoring Dr’s suggestion 3 times to take her off life support, she came to and has brain trauma her short term memory is pretty much gone but her long term is all there, aside from slurred speech and sometimes aggression she recovering good. would coconut extract help in her neuro recovery

By: JP

JP — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 22:59:02 +0000

P.V.,

If anyone with technical knowledge chimes in, I’ll make sure to e-mail you their replies.

Be well!

By: P.V.Chidambaram

P.V.Chidambaram — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 05:20:34 +0000

Hi,
I live in country where plenty of coconuts are available.I plan to establish an industry for poor people especialy women to start a co conut drink production unit of International Standard.
Can any one advise me on this area .
Thanks
P.V.Chidambaram