10 Natural Remedies For Kidney Stones

The kidneys are one of the most important organs in the human body.
The kidneys help to detox and filter impurities from the blood, as
well as waste products from your urine. Kidney stones form when the
kidneys are not able to process toxins efficiently. Specifically, a
crystallization of unprocessed minerals builds up. Kidney stones cause
pain and possible blockage of urine flow.

The following are some simple natural remedies that may help soothe
the discomfort of kidney stones and speed up the body's natural
healing process.

1. Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, and Raw Apple Cider Vinegar

This is one of my favorites and easily one of the most effective
remedies for kidney stones and the pain they cause. At the first
symptom of stone pain, mix 2 oz of organic olive oil with 2 oz of
organic lemon juice.

Drink it straight and follow with a 12 ounce glass of purified water.
Wait 30 minutes. Then, squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon into 12 ounces
of purified water, add 1 tablespoon of organic raw apple cider vinegar
and drink. Repeat the lemon juice, water and apple cider vinegar
recipe every hour until symptoms improve.

2. Uva Ursi

Uva Ursi is a common folk remedy for kidney stones. Not only will it
help fight off infection in the kidneys, but it may also help reduce
pain and cleanse the urinary tract. 500mg three times a day is
recommended for kidney stones.

3. Dandelion Root

Organic dandelion root is a great kidney tonic and cleanser. Taking up
to 500 mg twice a day may be beneficial.

4. Kidney Beans

The shape of this bean may be indicative of its healing potential. An
effective urinary home remedy for kidney stones, traditionally the
pods were used as a medicinal tonic.

Try removing the beans from inside the pods, and then boil the pods in
purified hot water for six hours. This liquid can be strained through
cheese cloth, cooled and taken throughout the day for one day to ease
kidney stone pain.

5. Horsetail

Horsetail tea is an effective natural remedy for kidney stones. Drink
up to 3-4 cups of horsetail tea daily or 2 grams of the herb in
capsule form daily.

6. Pomegranate Juice

We've all heard that pomegranates have many health benefits. But, more
specifically, the seeds and juice of pomegranates can be considered
another natural remedy for kidney stones. This may be related to their
sourness and astringent properties. I prefer eating organic
pomegranates and drinking freshly-squeezed pomegranate juice.

7. Magnesium

Studies show that people with recurrent kidney stones who took
magnesium supplements had a 92.3 percent improvement rate in reduction
of kidney stones. 300 mg of magnesium orotate is recommended daily for
prevention and reduction of stones.

8. Organic Celery

Celery in vegetable form and celery seed are great urine-promoters and
kidney tonics. Regular use of celery seed, as a spice or as a tea, may
prevent kidney stone formation.

9. Basil

A kidney tonifier, basil tea can be taken throughout the day for
overall kidney health. If you have kidney stones, try taking one
teaspoon each of basil juice with raw honey daily for up to six
months. It's believed that folk remedies with pure basil juice can
help induce stone expulsion from the urinary tract.

10. Change in Diet

Unhealthy food intake is a primary cause of kidney stones. Cut down on
the amount of soda and energy drinks you consume. Avoid processed
foods and alcoholic beverages. Add more fruits and veggies to your
diet, especially those listed above.
--globalhealingcenter.com