Kidney stones are crystals that form in the kidneys or bladder. This disorder of the urinary tract occurs in men four times more than women. Stones can exist for months or even years and may never cause any symptoms. If you are prone to stones, there are natural treatments that can help dissolve and pass stones and prevent recurrent attacks, although they are not really useful during acute painful attacks in which a stone is attempting to pass out the urinary tract. Be sure to discuss any herbal treatments with a health-care professional.
Herbal Treatments
Aloe contains a substance called aloemannan, which slows the rate of crystal formation. Drink a quarter cup of juice daily for no more than two weeks at a time. Do not use more than the suggested dose; it can cause diarrhea. Do not use if menstruating, have rectal bleeding or if you are taking any diuretics.
Birch leaf tea stimulates urination and stops spasms. Drink one cup three times daily. Chana piedra is good for dissolving calcium stones. Take the tincture as directed on the label. Marshmallow root tea is a powerful kidney cleanser and helps pass stones out of the body. Drink one quart daily. Varuna tea blocks the production of an enzyme that is necessary for the formation of stones. Drink one cup three times a day. Cranberry extract is well known for promoting kidney health. Take 300 to 400 milligrams daily. Milk thistle is valued for its detoxifying properties and can help flush out harmful substances. Take 160 milligrams two or three times daily.
Khella is good for healing the urinary tract after passing a stone and can help prevent new ones from forming. Take 20 milligrams in tablet or capsule form daily. Do not use this herb if you are taking the blood thinning medication Warfarin. It causes sensitivity to UV light so wear sunscreen and avoid tanning beds.
Polyphorus decoction is a Japanese formula that alleviates nausea and vomiting during acute attacks. It can also prevent urinary tract infection and painful urination. Take as directed on the product label.
Other Suggestions
Kinsenso, a Japanese tea, is widely used to increase urination and help the kidneys flush out small stones. It can be purchased in Japanese grocery stores. Anyone with a kidney disorder should avoid high-protein diets, which are taxing on the kidneys and increase the likelihood of new stones. Dehydration is a major cause of this condition so be sure to drink at least eight glasses of water daily. Limit consumption of the following foods because they contain substances that can trigger the formation of new stones: dairy, nuts, pepper, spinach, Swiss chard, rhubarb, anchovies, herring, mackerel, sardines, shellfish, yeast, garbanzo beans, lima beans and mushrooms.
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