Is it truly healthy to drink fresh coconut water? Here's why the doctor says you should be cautious.
Is fresh coconut water actually healthy? Doctor warns you should be wary; here's why Electrolytes like potassium, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus are found in coconut water. But should you incorporate the cool beverage into your daily routine? WebMD adds that coconut water contains high levels of potassium, so don't drink it if you have high potassium levels in your blood. (Freepik) When taken in moderation, tender coconut water can be a nutritious complement to a well-balanced diet. However, because the beverage is high in potassium, Dr. Jamal A. Khan, MBBS, MD (medical microbiology), and cancer immunotherapist cautioned people—especially the elderly—to stay away from it in a recent Instagram video. See also | Madhuri Dixit's go-to healthy beverage for radiant skin at the age of 57 Coconut water should be consumed less tipstv4u The transparent liquid inside coconuts is called coconut water. According to Dr. Jamal A. Khan, consuming excessive amounts of coconut water...