Deepika Sharma Deepika Sharma Asked 10 months ago

Is lemon and honey good for kidney?

My aunt always recommends drinking lemon and honey water for good health, especially for kidneys. Is this combination actually beneficial for kidney health?

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Ramesh Pillai Ramesh Pillai Joined Jan 2026 10 months ago
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Years ago, I ignored persistent back pain and kept drinking home remedies like lemon water, thinking it was a simple issue, till it turned out to be a severe infection. Lemon and honey are fine for general hydration, but if you have any actual kidney symptoms, please get a proper blood and urine test done immediately.

Pallavi Joshi Pallavi Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I totally get it, we always want to find natural ways to keep our vital organs healthy. Lemon has citrate which can help prevent certain types of kidney stones, and honey is soothing. But if you have any chronic kidney issues, please discuss with your doctor before starting any daily routines.

Rajiv Mehra Rajiv Mehra Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I have been managing kidney stones for years now. Drinking fresh lemon juice in warm water helps increase urine citrate levels, which is great. But avoid using too much honey if you have high blood sugar, and remember that drinking 3 liters of plain water daily is still the most important thing.

Suman Lata Suman Lata Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I have tried almost every home remedy for my family's health over the years. Warm lemon honey water is great for morning freshness and mild digestion, but it is not a cure-all for kidney diseases. Keep it simple, don't overdo the lemon juice, and drink plenty of plain water.

Venkatesh Prasad Venkatesh Prasad Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

A simple drink of fresh lemon and raw honey in warm water is very detoxifying first thing in the morning. However, if you are experiencing symptoms like painful urination, lower back pain, or swelling, home remedies won't work. Please see a medical doctor immediately for a proper diagnosis.

Geeta Hegde Geeta Hegde Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

In yoga, we believe in keeping the body's internal environment clean with pure foods. Lemon water helps flush out toxins gently, which supports renal health. Just maintain a peaceful mind, keep your hydration natural, and don't worry too much.

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Sanjay Barman Sanjay Barman Joined Jan 2026 10 months ago

Lemon and honey is a very cheap and simple drink to try at home. But instead of spending money on expensive imported honey or fancy detox drinks, it is much wiser to spend 500 rupees on a basic Kidney Function Test (KFT) once a year to actually know your health status.

Aditi Sen Aditi Sen Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

For healthy individuals, a morning glass of lemon and honey water is a great way to stay hydrated and support general organ function. However, there is no scientific proof that it can cure kidney disorders. It is always best to rely on a doctor's advice and medical tests for kidney health.

Rohan Shrivastav Rohan Shrivastav Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

While lemon juice is good for providing potassium and citrate, you must be careful if you already have advanced kidney issues where potassium intake needs to be strictly monitored. Always consult a clinical dietitian before adding any daily concentrated drinks to your diet.

Kiran Kumar Kiran Kumar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My father had chronic kidney disease and we thought giving him daily lemon water would help flush out toxins. It actually disrupted his potassium balance because his kidneys couldn't filter it well. Please do not self-prescribe home remedies if there is an existing kidney condition; consult a nephrologist first.

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