Kidney Stones: 5 Best Ayurvedic Cures To Get Rid Of Stones

Kidneys are one of the most vital organs of the human body. Located at the back of the abdominal cavity, they perform two essential functions: flushing out the harmful toxics from the human body and maintaining water, chemical and mineral levels in the body. They filter, reabsorb, secrete and excrete the blood supplied to them, final product being urine. For a healthy life, one must have functioning kidneys. Humans consume a variety of food items everyday which are then converted into energy; this process also manufactures by-products in the form of toxins which can be dangerous for the body. Accumulation of such poisonous substances can be detrimental for health. Lack of water in the body can lead to the formation of kidney stones. These stones can either be pea-sized or as huge as a golf ball. They are usually made of calcium oxalate along with some other compounds and are crystalline in structure. The formation of kidney stones can give you a hard time trying to urinate, weight loss, fever, nausea, hematuria and acute pain in lower abdominal region of the body. Kidney stones are mostly removed by surgery; however some people can get rid of these stones with the help of Ayurvedic remedies. So here are some kidney stone Ayurvedic treatments.

Here are some Ayurvedic remedies for kidney stones:

Also read: 5 Habits That Can Prevent Kidney Stones

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1. Lemon juice with olive oil

The concoction of lemon juice and edible oil might sound a little weird but it is a very effective kidney stone Ayurvedic treatment. People who wish to remove the stones from their kidneys naturally should drink this liquid daily till the stones are removed. Lemon juice helps in breaking the stones while olive oil acts as a lubricant for them to pass through the system without less difficulty. 

 

Mixture of lemon juice and oil is effective in getting rid of kidney stones
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Also read: 6 Home Remedies That Work Like Magic To Get Rid Of Kidney Stones

2. Okra/ lady finger

Okra is a green vegetable which full of nutrients. It has a high magnesium content. It also has great antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which keep kidneys in the pink of health. It also one very effective kidney stone Ayurvedic Treatment. Including lady finger in your diet can be immensely helpful since it is an excellent Ayurvedic remedy for kidney stones.

 

Ladyfinger helps in keeping kidney healthy and stones free

Also read: If You Want To Avoid Kidney Stones, Drink Water

3. Drink water infused with basil juice

It helps us to stay hydrated and it is extremely significant to maintain the water levels in the body for a healthy and disease-free life. It helps the kidneys dissolve minerals and nutrients, and foster the process of digestion and absorption. Generally, a healthy human being is advised to drink 7-8 glasses of water a day. Water is best for detoxification and helps to flush out unnecessary toxins from our body which might cause further harm to the kidneys as well as to other organs. People suffering from kidney stones should drink lots of water to flush out these stones through urine. For best effects, drink water infused with basil juice since basil is said to maintain fluid, mineral and uric acid balance in the body.

 

Water infused with basil juice helps in removing toxins from kidney

Also read: Diet tips for kidney stones

4. Coconut water

Coconut is full of nutrients and is great for health. Coconut water which is present inside a raw- green coconut is extremely good for health and should be consumed if one is suffering from kidney stones. It is a good form of kidney stone Ayurvedic treatment and helps dissolve the stones and eventually flushes them out through urine.
 

Coconut water is extremely healthy for kidneys


5. Horse gram
 

Horse gram contains plenty of calcium, iron, protein and phosphorus. It is one of the most valued foods in Ayurveda. It is said to be a miracle pulse and has innumerable health benefits. It is highly recommended for kidney stones and even for gallbladder stones. It breaks the stones and allows you to eliminate them through urine. 

 

Horsegram help in removing stones
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