Diarrhea Treatment (Drink coconut water)

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

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.

How does it help?

Coconet 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. 

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.
3. It is also a feasible and most economical oral rehydration option for patients suffering from gastroenteritis .
4. Coconut water also soothes the intestinal lining and lowersacidity 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. 

    source by   thehealthsite.com