Pumpkin soup is a good meal during a kidney stone crisis, because it has a diuretic action that facilitates the removal of the stone in a natural way. This soup is very easy to prepare and has a mild flavor and can be taken twice a day for lunch or dinner.
The kidney stone causes severe pain in the back and when urinating, and can even cause drops of blood to come out, as the stone passes through the ureters. In the case of kidney stones the doctor may perform an examination to assess the location and size of the stones. In the case of smaller stones, no specific treatment may be necessary, being only recommended to rest and drink plenty of fluids to increase urine production, facilitating the removal of the stone in a natural way.
So, it is important to drink plenty of water, and teas and diuretic juices, such as orange and parsley. At meals, avoid excessive protein intake and pumpkin soup can be an interesting option to help remove the stone.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pumpkin1 medium carrot1 medium sweet potato1 onion1 pinch of ground ginger1 spoon of fresh chives to sprinkle in ready soup about 500 ml of water1 drizzle of olive oil
Method of preparation
Place the ingredients in a pan and season with salt, turn on the low heat and cook until the vegetables are completely soft. Then beat the ingredients in the blender or mixer, until it forms a cream and add 1 tablespoon of oil and the fresh chives. Take it still warm. You can also add to taste and 1 spoon of shredded chicken for each bowl of soup.
This soup should not contain a greater amount of meat, because proteins should be avoided during the kidney crisis, as it can damage the kidneys, and the stones will cause even more pain and discomfort.
All types of pumpkins are good for making this soup that is rich in vitamins B1 and B2, which taken regularly helps to keep the body fresh, calm and clean, being effective not only for kidney problems but also for bladder disorders.
