Mung Bean, Barley & Seaweed Sweet Soup

Why people make this soup

Kidney stones are surprisingly common, and diet can play a role in prevention and management — though every case is different. Nourilo notes that staying well-hydrated, avoiding high-oxalate combinations (like tofu with spinach), and moderating foods high in purines (such as organ meats and shellfish) are good general habits. This sweet soup sits alongside those habits as a pleasant, nourishing food-therapy option. It is traditionally associated with easing the damp-heat pattern that Chinese medicine connects with urinary discomfort — symptoms like frequent urination, a burning or stop-and-start sensation, or a dry mouth and throat.