If you’re prone to calcium containing kidney stones, consider drinking lemonade as a way to reduce your risk of stone formation. Lemon juice contains citrate, a substance that helps reduce the formation of calcium containing stones.
2
large lemons
8 cups
of water
Squeeze 2 large lemons (1/2 cup lemon juice), into 8 cups of water. You can use a regular hand twist juicer or buy already squeezed lemon juice. Serve with ice cubes and a hint of mint for flavor. Drink throughout the day. You can add sugar or a sugar substitute if desired but try to limit your sugar to reduce your risk of stones. For more information on kidney stones see our fact sheet.
Servings per recipe: 8
Serving size: 1/8
What is one exchange?
- 1 Protein Choice = 1oz of meat or 7g of dietary protein
- 1 Starch Choice = about 15g of carbohydrates
- 1 Fruit or Vegetable Choice = ½ cup
- 1 Milk Choice = ½ cup
