Home Remedies for a Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)

1. Increase Fluid Intake

Increasing your fluid intake when suffering from a kidney infection can help reduce symptoms and promote quick recovery. It will help flush out bacteria, waste and toxic products from your kidneys, keeping them clean and healthy.

• Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily.
• You can also drink 1 to 2 glasses of tender coconut water or lemon water daily.
• Also, drink fruit and vegetable juices so that your body gets all the necessary vitamins and minerals it requires to fight off the infection.

Note: Avoid coffee and alcoholic beverages until your infection has cleared.

2. Hot Water Compress

Pain in the lower abdomen, back and hips is very common when suffering from a kidney infection. You can apply hot compresses to reduce pain, relax the muscles of your abdomen and relieve pressure from your bladder. It will also help reduce inflammation.

• Prepare a hot water bottle or warm a heating pad on low setting.
• Place it on the lower abdominal area, back and hips for a few minutes.
• Repeat as needed.