Gatorade alternative for colonoscopy prep?

[Basmah]

I have a colonoscopy coming up on April 9th, and I'm wondering if there are any "healthier" alternatives to Gatorade. I don't want to make my own drink or anything like that, I just want to know if there are less crappy options.

 

[lookame]

Pedialite

 

[Polar bear]

When I had my colonoscopy a few months ago, I drank coconut water. I had a go ahead from my doctor and I really liked the taste. Just to be clear I am referring to the coconut water not the coconut milk. I had a tip which I would like to share, I did not use any toilet paper or wipes, since we do not have a bidet, I filled up water bottles with luke warm water and wash with dove and water instead of wiping then damp dry with a towel. It saved me a lot of irritation which is very important to me since I have 2 setons. I hope your colonoscopy goes well.

 

[Polar bear]

I forgot to mention, the coconut water I used is plain meaning no coconut meat or pulp. I find it taste better than the Gatorade. Costco carries organic ones, Coco Libre, Zico, and Koh coconut water. Good Luck on your prep.

 

[mvond5]

Coconut water. Comes in different flavors now and it has a lot of needed nutrients

 

[Basmah]

Thank you!! I emailed my doctor about coconut water, so we'll see

 

[brooklyn23]

Snapple? Not the best, I know. But it's what I used last time.

 

[Basmah]

Ehhh, I asked my doctor, and he's insistent on following the packet's directions. I suppose I will go with the Pedialyte. Thanks for all of the advice, everyone!