Hormone-Balancing, Low-Oxalate Recipe: Nourishing Turmeric Coconut Chicken Soup
Kidney stones are a pain! Literally! I can promise you that, because in the last year and a half, I’ve had over 13. Some of which sent me to the hospital. Thankfully, I’ve been able to pass them all so far, narrowly being able to miss a stent. I passed the stone the morning of procedure, so I got to go home! But it hasn’t been an easy road for me.
Along with dealing with chronic kidney stones, I also suffer from Postablation Endometreosis. This happened because a few years back, before I started getting stones, before I learned about nutrition and food being able to correct and heal, I started having some personal issues. My then doctor told me that having an endometrial ablation would be the best thing I had ever done.
Well… the doctor was right about one thing. That it would change my life forever. But it was definitely NOT for the better. I made a terrible mistake and went ahead with the procedure. I trusted my doctor, after all she delivered the last four kids and I highly respected her.
Reality Set In
After a few years I started having the worst most horrifying pain, it was so bad that my body would get icy cold. I would lose all color in my skin, I literally turned white. And I’d collapse onto the floor every time I needed to use the bathroom. It lasted 3 days, with the fourth day leaving me exhausted and confused, and a week of being incredibly sore.
The next month, this happened again. My doctor made an appointment for an emergency hysterectomy. I was left scared and confused. By this time I knew enough that none of this should be happening, and I knew that if I had a hysterectomy, my hormones would be changed forever and I would enter menopause nearly 12 years early.
Just before surgery I was scrambling for answers. I researched until I couldn’t keep my eyes open anymore. Then I finally called my doctor, declined the surgery and requested a second opinion. I was then referred to a university hospital that is 4 hours from my home. After enduring four more months, I finally got my appointment.
At this appointment, the dr was very rude to me which left me very emotional. She left me with the only option as needing a hysterectomy. She then proceeded to tell me that Endometrial ablations are only for women over 40, preferably over 45. When I had mine, I was only 35. She told me that having this procedure under 40 years old, almost always fails. And if I had gone to her first, she would have told me that I didn’t qualify. I was left in tears, and even more confused. She was upset with me, but in reality all I did was trust my original doctors opinion.
I knew there had to be another way.
I finally got in to see a holistic dr, who then told me that I had to balance my hormones in order to get things under control. She did not want to see me in so much pain nor did she want me to have a hysterectomy. A few steps she had me do:
Supplement– I was prescribed a supplement that basically is concentrated cruciferous vegetables… think broccoli, lots of broccoli stuffed into capsule form.
Clean up my diet– She wanted to see me adding more fruits and vegetables, and less processed or sugary foods. Basically get back to more of a Mediterranean diet.
Remove Toxins from my environment– This was to clean up my environment of things at home that could be endocrine disruptors.
Combining The Need For Low Oxalates With Foods To Balance Hormones
This is where I really started to struggle. I learned about healthy eating, and applied what I had learned. Organic Wild Caught Fish and Grass Fed, or pasture raised and Grass Finished lean meats, organic vegetables. Managing balanced meals with proper proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Learning about inflammatory foods. I had it all figured out! Until I didn’t.
I could not figure out how to cut foods with high oxalates. Everything seemed to contradict. The leafy greens I needed as part of a balanced meal, most had oxalates. Some say ‘avoid soy because it will disrupt your estrogen’. But then others say ‘eat soy because it’s good for your kidney function’. Or “avoid oranges because they contain vitamin C and that is what contributes to kidney stones”… But then others say “oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C, and should be a part of a balanced diet”.
See my dilemma? Who do I believe? How do I incorporate a diet for two separate issues, that contradict each other? It’s hard! And if you are someone with issues like I have to face, I’m here for you! Know that you are not alone. But know that focusing on your diet and life style, is key to aiding your body in it’s incredible journey to healing. And coming from experience, it’s so worth it.
Supporting Health With Food
Balancing hormones naturally requires nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods that support your endocrine system. At the same time, if you’re sensitive to oxalates like I am, you need to be mindful of ingredients that could contribute to inflammation or kidney stress. This Nourishing Turmeric Coconut Chicken Soup is a powerhouse meal that provides healthy fats, protein, and hormone-balancing nutrients—without the high oxalate load.
Why This Soup Supports Hormone Balance
• Pasture-Raised Chicken – Provides high-quality protein and essential amino acids for hormone production.
• Coconut Milk – Rich in healthy saturated fats, which are essential for making steroid hormones like estrogen and progesterone.
• Turmeric & Ginger – Natural anti-inflammatory spices that support liver detoxification, crucial for estrogen balance.
• Bone Broth – Packed with minerals and gelatin, which support gut health and help regulate cortisol levels.
• Cruciferous-Free & Low Oxalate – Many hormone-friendly foods like spinach and almonds are very high in oxalates. This soup keeps things simple and safe for those with sensitivities.
Nourishing Turmeric Coconut Chicken Soup
Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tsp turmeric powder (or 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, grated)
• 1 tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp coriander
• 4 cups homemade bone broth (or high-quality store-bought)
• 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 cups cooked, shredded pasture-raised chicken
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, pepper, cumin, and coriander. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in bone broth and coconut milk. Stir well.
4. Add chopped carrots and zucchini. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and simmer for another 5 minutes to warm through.
6. Remove from heat, add fresh lemon juice, and stir in parsley or cilantro if using.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!
How This Supports Your Body
This soup is anti-inflammatory, gut-healing, and hormone-supportive while staying low in oxalates. The combination of healthy fats, easily digestible protein, and mineral-rich broth helps nourish your adrenal glands, balance blood sugar, and promote overall hormonal harmony.
Make It Even More Nourishing:
• For more fiber: Add peeled and diced kabocha squash (low oxalate and gut-friendly).
• For more protein: Crack in a pasture-raised egg at the end and let it poach in the hot broth.
• For more gut support: Stir in a spoonful of fermented coconut yogurt before serving.
This healing soup is perfect for postpartum recovery, balancing estrogen, or simply keeping your body nourished during stressful times. Give it a try and let me know how it makes you feel!
Would you like more hormone-balancing, low-oxalate recipes? Let me know in the comments! I’d love to make this part of a series.
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Nourishing Turmeric Coconut Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger grated
- 1 tsp turmeric powder or 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, grated
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp coriander
- 4 cups homemade bone broth or high-quality store-bought
- 1 can 13.5 oz full-fat coconut milk
- 2 medium carrots chopped
- 1 zucchini diced
- 2 cups cooked shredded pasture-raised chicken
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, pepper, cumin, and coriander. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in bone broth and coconut milk. Stir well.
- Add chopped carrots and zucchini. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and simmer for another 5 minutes to warm through.
- Remove from heat, add fresh lemon juice, and stir in parsley or cilantro if using.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
I have almost zero cooking skills. This recipe sounds like something I can actually handle. It’s not often that healthy is also easy. I’ll be back with a review!!