How to Drink Onion Juice to Treat Bladder Stones

Often the result of untreated or undiagnosed urological conditions, bladder stones form when minerals and proteins in the urine crystallize. These deposits are usually small and go unnoticed. However, they may cause problems by scratching the bladder wall or obstructing the urinary tract. Men are disproportionately affected, accounting for more than nine out of every ten cases. Drinking onion juice may help to relieve symptoms and treat bladder stones.

Things You'll Need

• Optional: empty gelatin capsules
• Optional: honey
• Onion juice
• Carrot juice
• Celery juice

Instructions

Diagnose Your Condition

1. Visit your doctor to have your bladder stones diagnosed. The visit may require a rectal examination, urine cultures and/or a pelvic x-ray.

2. If your doctor prescribes medication, fill it right away. Discuss contraindications and side effects with your pharmacist.

3. Ask your doctor about over-the-counter pain medications to treat discomfort.

4. Ask your doctor what dietary changes will speed your recovery.

Treat the Stones

1. Hydrate yourself. Adequate fluid intake is crucial to your recovery. Aim for at least 48 oz. of water daily.

2. Drink 2 tsp. onion juice, up to three times daily for 14 days. Mix with 1 cup carrot juice and 6 tsp. celery juice. Sweeten with honey if desired.

3. Empty your bladder completely when you urinate.

4. Avoid beverages with alcohol and caffeine.

5. Seek additional medical attention if you become feverish or your symptoms worsen.

Avoid Relapse

1. Drink at least 48 oz. of water every day.

2. Limit your consumption of alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. Drink extra water to prevent dehydration after consuming beverages with alcohol and caffeine.

3. See your doctor for a complete examination. Certain urological conditions may otherwise go undiagnosed and cause a recurrence of symptoms.

4. Continue taking one daily dose of the onion juice blend for 2 months following treatment.

5. Take a daily probiotic supplement for several weeks following treatment.

Tips & Warnings

• If the onion taste is too strong, you can purchase empty gelatin capsules in your local health food store. Fill them with the onion juice and wash them down with the carrot/celery blend.

• Alternately, you may mix one dose per day with apple juice.

• Onion juice may be found in the spice section of your local grocery store, health food stores and on the Internet.

• Excessive fluid consumption can lead to an electrolyte imbalance called water intoxication. Strive to remain adequately hydrated without drinking more than 32 oz. in any one-hour period.

• Onion juice is strong and pungent. Cap your consumption at 50 ml each day.