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Artichoke The artichoke is also diuretic, and is used to treat kidney diseases and protein in the urine.(Mabey, Richard p45)
Borage By virtue of its saline constituents, it promotes the activity of the kidneys and for this reason is employed to carry off feverish catarrhs. Its demulcent qualities are due to the mucilage contained in the whole plant.(Grieve, Maude )
eleuthero TCM practitioners use eleuthero for lower back or kidney pain, and deficiency of yang in the kidney or spleen( Foster, Steven, Chongxi, Yue )
Fo Ti The processed root is used in TCM prescriptions for deficiency of yin in the liver and kidney( Foster, Steven, Chongxi, Yue )
Goldenrod Good for kidney and urinary infections and stones, golden rod also helps to ease backache caused by these conditions. Because of its cleansing and eliminative action, it can also be used to treat arthritis(Mabey, Richard p49)
Gravel root The herb is a diuretic, astringent, anti-inflammatory and febrifuge. It may be used to ease urination in cases where kidney stones are present, and can help relieve edema associated with gout and rheumatism.(. Learn Gravel Root. (), Moutain Rose Herbs)
Gravel root This diuretic herb is used to treat urinary infections and stones (gravel). It tones the reproductive tract and is used to treat inflammation of the prostate, pelvic inflammatory disease and menstrual cramping. It encourages excretion of excess uric acid and so treats rheumatism and gout.(Mabey, Richard p48)
Oak bark Research is undergoing to confirm the traditional use of oak bark decoctions in treating kidney stones. There are indications that the bark not only dissolves stones but also stops the growth of the bacteria surrounding them.(. White Oak Bark and Powder Profile. (), Moutain Rose Herbs)
Parsley Parsley is chiefly used for its diuretic properties, a strong decoction of the root being of great service in gravel, stone, and jaundice. (Grieve, Maude )
Stinging nettle Frequent use of nettle tea, a cup or more daily, rapidly relieves and helps prevent water retention. Nettle is a superb nourisher of the kidneys and adrenals.(Weed, Susan )
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If the kidney system does not function properly to excrete salt and other toxins, toxic waste may accumulate in the bloodstream this can result in a kidney infection or kidney problem. Many kidney herbs are demulcents that coat the urinary lining and promote tissue healing.
Herbs used for kidney infection and kidney stone treatment are often diuretic, increasing the flow of urine to wash out toxins, bacteria and kidney stone removal. Although we tend to think of the
