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KIDNEY STONES
The formation of stones in the kidneys or urinary tract is not an uncommon disorder. The stones are formed from the chemicals usually found in the urine such as uric acid, phosphorus, calcium, and oxalic acid. They may vary in consistency from grit, sand, and gravel-like obstructions to the size of a bird's egg. Stones may form and grow because the concentration of a particular substance in the urine exceeds its solubility.
Most kidney stones are composed either of calcium oxalate or phosphate, the latter being most common in the presence of infection. About ninety per cent of all stones contain calcium as the chief constituent. More than half of these are mixtures of calcium, ammonium and magnesium, phosphates and carbonates, while the remainder contain oxalate.
Causes and Symptoms
Kidney stones usually cause severe pain in their attempt to pass down the ureter on their way to the bladder. The pain is first felt in the side and, thereafter, in the groin and thighs. Other symptoms of kidney stones are a frequent desire to urinate, painful urination, .scanty urination, nausea, vomiting, sweating, and chills. The patient may also pass blood with the urine.
The formation of stones in the kidneys is the result of defects in the general metabolism. They usually occur when the urine becomes highly concentrated due to heavy perspiration or insufficient intake of fluids. They are aggravated by a sedentary life-style. The other causes are a wrong diet, excess Intake of acid forming foods, white flour and sugar products, meat, tea, coffee, condiments and spices, rich foods, and overeating. Lack of vitamin A and an excessive intake of vitamin D may also lead to formation of stones.
Herbal Remedies
Kidney beans, also known as dried French beans or Rajmah, are regarded as a very effective home remedy for kidney problems, including kidney stones. The method prescribed by our doctors to prepare the medicine is to remove the beans from inside the pods, then slice the pods and put about sixty grams in four litres of hot water, boiling them slowly for four hours. This liquid should be strained through fine muslin and then allowed. to cool for about eight hours. Thereafter the fluid should be poured through another piece of muslin without stirring.
Basil:
Basil has a strengthening effect on the kidneys. In case of kidney stones, one teaspoon each of basil juice and honey should be taken daily for six months. It has been found that stones can be expelled from the urinary tract by this treatment
Celery:
Celery is a valuable food for those who are prone to getting stones In the kidneys or gall-bladder. Its regular Intake prevents future stone formation.
Apple:
Apples are useful In kidney stones. In countries where the natural unsweetened cider is a common beverage, cases of stones or calculus are practically absent The ripe fresh fruit is, however, more valuable.
Grapes:
Grapes have an exceptional diuretic value on account of their high contents of water and potassium salt The value of this fruit in kidney troubles is enhanced by its low albumin and sodium chloride content It is an excellent cure for kidney stones.
Pomegranate:
The seeds of both sour and sweet pomegranates are a useful medicine for kidney stones. A tablespoon of the seeds, ground Into a fine paste, can be given along with a cup of horse gram (kulthi) soup to dissolve gravel in kidneys. Two tablespoons of horse gram should be used for preparing the cup of soup.
Watermelon:
Watermelon contains the highest concentration of water amongst all fruits. It is also rich in potassium salts. It is one of the safest and best diuretics which can be used with beneficial results in kidney stones.
Vitamin B:
Research has shown the remarkable therapeutic success of vitamin B6 or pyridoxine In the treatment of kidney stones. A daily therapeutic dose of 100 to 150 mg of vitamin B6' preferably combined with other B complex vitamins, should be continued fur several months for getting a permanent cure.
Other Measures
The patient should be given a large warm enema, followed by a hot bath with a temperature of 37.SOC, gradually increased to 44C. During the bath, the head should be wrapped in a cold towel. Hot fomentation applied across the back in the region of the kidneys will relieve the pain. Certain yoga asanas such as pavanmuktasana, uttanpadasana, bhujangasana, dhanurasana, and halasana are also beneficial as they activate the kidneys.
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KIDNEY STONES
The formation of stones in the kidneys or urinary tract is not an uncommon disorder. The stones are formed from the chemicals usually found in the urine such as uric acid, phosphorus, calcium, and oxalic acid. They may vary in consistency from grit, sand, and gravel-like obstructions to the size of a bird's egg. Stones may form and grow because the concentration of a particular substance in the urine exceeds its solubility.
Most kidney stones are composed either of calcium oxalate or phosphate, the latter being most common in the presence of infection. About ninety per cent of all stones contain calcium as the chief constituent. More than half of these are mixtures of calcium, ammonium and magnesium, phosphates and carbonates, while the remainder contain oxalate.
Causes and Symptoms
Kidney stones usually cause severe pain in their attempt to pass down the ureter on their way to the bladder. The pain is first felt in the side and, thereafter, in the groin and thighs. Other symptoms of kidney stones are a frequent desire to urinate, painful urination, .scanty urination, nausea, vomiting, sweating, and chills. The patient may also pass blood with the urine.
The formation of stones in the kidneys is the result of defects in the general metabolism. They usually occur when the urine becomes highly concentrated due to heavy perspiration or insufficient intake of fluids. They are aggravated by a sedentary life-style. The other causes are a wrong diet, excess Intake of acid forming foods, white flour and sugar products, meat, tea, coffee, condiments and spices, rich foods, and overeating. Lack of vitamin A and an excessive intake of vitamin D may also lead to formation of stones.
Herbal Remedies
Kidney beans, also known as dried French beans or Rajmah, are regarded as a very effective home remedy for kidney problems, including kidney stones. The method prescribed by our doctors to prepare the medicine is to remove the beans from inside the pods, then slice the pods and put about sixty grams in four litres of hot water, boiling them slowly for four hours. This liquid should be strained through fine muslin and then allowed. to cool for about eight hours. Thereafter the fluid should be poured through another piece of muslin without stirring.
Basil:
Basil has a strengthening effect on the kidneys. In case of kidney stones, one teaspoon each of basil juice and honey should be taken daily for six months. It has been found that stones can be expelled from the urinary tract by this treatment
Celery:
Celery is a valuable food for those who are prone to getting stones In the kidneys or gall-bladder. Its regular Intake prevents future stone formation.
Apple:
Apples are useful In kidney stones. In countries where the natural unsweetened cider is a common beverage, cases of stones or calculus are practically absent The ripe fresh fruit is, however, more valuable.
Grapes:
Grapes have an exceptional diuretic value on account of their high contents of water and potassium salt The value of this fruit in kidney troubles is enhanced by its low albumin and sodium chloride content It is an excellent cure for kidney stones.
Pomegranate:
The seeds of both sour and sweet pomegranates are a useful medicine for kidney stones. A tablespoon of the seeds, ground Into a fine paste, can be given along with a cup of horse gram (kulthi) soup to dissolve gravel in kidneys. Two tablespoons of horse gram should be used for preparing the cup of soup.
Watermelon:
Watermelon contains the highest concentration of water amongst all fruits. It is also rich in potassium salts. It is one of the safest and best diuretics which can be used with beneficial results in kidney stones.
Vitamin B:
Research has shown the remarkable therapeutic success of vitamin B6 or pyridoxine In the treatment of kidney stones. A daily therapeutic dose of 100 to 150 mg of vitamin B6' preferably combined with other B complex vitamins, should be continued fur several months for getting a permanent cure.
Other Measures
The patient should be given a large warm enema, followed by a hot bath with a temperature of 37.SOC, gradually increased to 44C. During the bath, the head should be wrapped in a cold towel. Hot fomentation applied across the back in the region of the kidneys will relieve the pain. Certain yoga asanas such as pavanmuktasana, uttanpadasana, bhujangasana, dhanurasana, and halasana are also beneficial as they activate the kidneys.
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