In Ayurveda, the kidneys are seen as the seat of Apana Vata and Mutravaha Srotas ,pathways responsible for urine formation and elimination.
When Pitta or Ama accumulate due to spicy food, dehydration or stress, symptoms such as burning urination, bloating, and water retention appear.
This gentle stew of lauki (bottle gourd) and fresh coriander soothes the urinary tract, supports kidney function, and maintains prostate comfort.
Ingredients (serves 2)
- Lauki (bottle gourd) -1 cup (peeled & cubed)
- Fresh coriander leaves -½ cup(finely chopped)
- Cumin seeds -½ tsp
- Hing (Asafoetida) – 1 pinch
- Turmeric (Haridra – ¼ tsp
- Fennel seeds -¼ tsp
- Ginger -½ inch
- Rock salt -to taste
- Cow’s ghee – 1 tsp
- Water -2 cups
- Lemon Juice – ½ tsp (optional)
Method of Preparation-
- In a pan, warm the ghee and splutter cumin and fennel seeds.
- Add a pinch of hing and turmeric, stir until fragrant.
- Add grated or finely chopped ginger,saute lightly.
- Add lauki pieces and saute for 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in water, cover, and simmer until lauki turns soft.
- Add salt and chopped coriander leaves,cook 2 minutes more.
- Turn off the flame and add lemon juice before serving warm.
Benefits
Lauki (bottle gourd)-
It is Pittashamaka and Mutrala.
Which relieves burning sensation, reduces swelling and improves kidney filtration.
It has 96% water,potassium, and vitamin C which is excellent for flushing toxins , controlling blood pressure and maintaining electrolyte balance.
Coriander–
It is Mutral and Pittashamak
Which Flushes toxins and reduces urinary inflammation and urinary acidity.
It has mild antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties which
effects that protect kidney tissue.
Cumin & Fennel-
It has Deepana–Pachana properties which improve digestion and prevent Ama buildup that burdens kidneys.
Turmeric-
It is Shothahara and Krimighna.
It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is protective for urinary tract lining.
It protects kidney cells from oxidative stress.
Hing & Ajwain
They are Vata and Kapha Nashaka.
It prevents bloating and helps to maintain smooth Apana Vata flow.
It improves gut health and is a key factor in maintaining renal efficiency.
Ghee
It is Snigdha & Mridu.
It soothes urinary channels and prevents dryness.
Calorie Value per serving
Approx 44 kcal, Carbohydrates 4.5g, Protein 0.9 g and Fat 2.8 g.
Tip:
Can start a day with a glass of Gokshura & Barley Water for gentle kidney detox and urinary balance.
Boil 1 tbsp barley with 1 tsp coriander seeds and ½ tsp Gokshura powder in 2 cups water until it reduces to half, strain and add a pinch of rock salt.
Drink warm for better urinary flow, reduced water retention, and cooling of Pitta.
