coconut water

[kdub]

Hello! I was just wondering if anyone has ever given their torts an occasional drink of coconut water? Fresh young coconuts are readily available in my area and the humans in my home sure do love a refreshing drink of it (not to mention it is just plain fun to cut the top off and drink right from the coconut!) It has a lot of nutrients and electrolytes and I know there is a lot of talk on here about torts getting dehydrated. For humans it's supposed to be more hydrating than regular old water. Any thoughts on the occasional sip for a tort as a hydration boost?

 

[stinax182]

I honestly have no idea. But if it's completely natural, I'm sure a tiny bit won't hurt. I don't know what the sugar levels in it are but if they're high, you don't want to give too much. Nothing beats water though.... I mean, it may be more hydrating than water but there's things in water that they need as well. Research if other animals can drink it first.

 

[Elohi]

I personally would only use 100% natural coconut water for a sick tortoise. While it is and excellent source of electrolytes, it does have quite a bit of naturally occurring sugar.
I would use coconut water over electrolyte water or the Gatorade that some vets recommend for sick animals.

 

[Elohi]

Hello! I was just wondering if anyone has ever given their torts an occasional drink of coconut water? Fresh young coconuts are readily available in my area and the humans in my home sure do love a refreshing drink of it (not to mention it is just plain fun to cut the top off and drink right from the coconut!) It has a lot of nutrients and electrolytes and I know there is a lot of talk on here about torts getting dehydrated. For humans it's supposed to be more hydrating than regular old water. Any thoughts on the occasional sip for a tort as a hydration boost?

I've never had it straight from the coconut because I don't know how to open a coconut! Lol
I bet it's so much better than canned and boxed.

 

[Maro2Bear]

To get fresh coconut water.
1. Purchase a fresh, young "white" coconut
2. Put a large drill bit in your power drill

• drill hole into top of coconut

3. Turn upside down into a beaker
4. Strain the fresh coconut water into measuring cup to remove any debris
5. Drink a fresh cup of coconut water
6. Add the rest to your fresh morning juice and enjoy the benefits

It's very tasty, and MUCH cheaper this way.

 

[kdub]

To get fresh coconut water.
1. Purchase a fresh, young "white" coconut
2. Put a large drill bit in your power drill

• drill hole into top of coconut

3. Turn upside down into a beaker
4. Strain the fresh coconut water into measuring cup to remove any debris
5. Drink a fresh cup of coconut water
6. Add the rest to your fresh morning juice and enjoy the benefits

It's very tasty, and MUCH cheaper this way.

I've never tried the drill method, we just use a giant knife to cut the tops off and stick a straw in. And yes - it is much cheaper and tastier!

 

[kdub]

I personally would only use 100% natural coconut water for a sick tortoise. While it is and excellent source of electrolytes, it does have quite a bit of naturally occurring sugar.
I would use coconut water over electrolyte water or the Gatorade that some vets recommend for sick animals.

I just looked up the nutritional data and one ounce has one gram of sugar. ... I'm definitely going to research this idea more!

 

[leopard777]

use a knife chopper ?