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Glucose intake in High BP
My mother is a high bp patient her age is 64. She is on regular medication for high BP. Her Bp is in stable stage .My query is
(1) During summer days when there is dehydration from body can I give her Glucose D powder and coconut water 1 glass a day on regular basis.
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You can give her coconut water,but avoid glucose powder
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Coconut water and ors is good for her.
Better to avoid Glucose D.
Feel free to connect to discuss further treatment plans.
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I need to know her medications
Because if your mother is using ARB s for controlling bp - coconut water can cause an increase in potassium..
So detailed history is needed
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Hi! 😊
Yes, for your mother with stable high BP, one glass of coconut water daily is generally fine in summer but adding Glucose D powder should he avoided.
I can guide safely through dehydration management.Book a quick consultation with me now for a proper plan tailored to her condition.
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Kindly do connect and consult
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Coconut water and ORS is good .
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It's great to know that your mother is managing her BP well with medication. It is reassuring.
With the current heat wave- coconut water, diluted chaas, homemade( not bottled) nimbu pani, ORas sachet diluted in 1L water are good for hydration and maintain electrolyte balance.
Frankly for any age, I'm not a big fan of high sugar intake....let alone white processed sugar. So best avoided please.
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Coconut water is a good choice â it's naturally hydrating with good electrolytes, and the potassium in it is actually beneficial for blood pressure. One glass a day is fine. However, I'd avoid giving Glucose D regularly. Since your mother is on oral steroids, her blood sugar may already be at risk, and Glucose D is essentially concentrated sugar which can spike glucose levels. For summer hydration, plain water, coconut water, or a low-sugar ORS is much better than Glucose D. Make sure she's drinking adequate water through the day and not waiting until she feels very thirsty.
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Do consult
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Yes no any problem
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case
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No problem.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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