Inflammation of the lungs and bronchial tubes are also common causes of shortness of breath, as is injury to the respiratory tract caused by smoking or other toxins. Shortness of breath may occur with injury to the lungs, such as a collapsed lung (pneumothorax).
In the United States, pea soup without qualification usually means a perfectly smooth puree. Split Pea Soup is a slightly thinner soup with visible peas, pieces of ham or other pork, and vegetables (most commonly carrots) and is usually made from dried, green split peas.
Add the yellow split peas (along with the water they are soaking in) to the pot along with 1 cup of water. Add the tomato chunks thinned with a bit of water, turmeric, salt, cumin and coriander. Add the calabash squash chunks (see note below about subbing squashes), and half of the chopped cilantro.