Treating hydrops
Last Updated Sep 2007
Q: Which diet will help treat hydrops? What else would you suggest I add to my diet? Do you recommend CoQ10 or gingko biloba? What dosage?
Roxana H.
A: Dear Roxana,
Hydrops is edema in which fluid accumulates in the interstitial spaces between the circulatory system and the body's cells. The best way to remove it is by increasing vasodilation. That can be done by increasing the intake of EPA and DHA (5 gram per day) and also reducing the levels of insulin. The best diet for that is the Zone Diet. CoQ10 will have no effect on edema, and gingko will have only a limited benefit.