Study Suggests Coconut Water Can Aid in Managing Ulcerative Colitis
Commonly celebrated for its hydrating properties, coconut water may provide benefits that extend beyond simple refreshment on a hot day. Recent research suggests that daily consumption of coconut water could potentially help achieve clinical remission in individuals with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis (UC). In a study spanning eight weeks, 49 participants consumed coconut water while another 46 participants drank a placebo. Both groups continued their regular UC medications and did not alter their diets. At the end of the study, 53% of the participants who drank coconut water reported well-controlled symptoms and low disease activity, compared to just 28%…