Kidney Stones

Aquaretics are kidney-friendly herbs not diuretics- they promote blood flow to the kidneys, aid in the excretion of water w/o electrolytes and are very useful for preventing and treating minor infections of the urinary tract. They increase the volume of urine, which dilutes and expels troublesome bacteria. Some aquaretic herbs have additional antiseptic properties, which also helps to combat infections.

UTI prevention/treatment- CRANBERRIES prevent bacteria from sticking to urinary tract.

Goldenrod leaves and roots- Aquaretic

Parsley leaves and root -Aquaretic-may induce photosensitivity- take care in the sun

Birch leaves - Aquaretic

Lovage root - Aquaretic- may induce photosensitivity

Bearberry leaves - Aquaretic-needs an alkaline urine b/c only then does the herb exert it's antibacterial effects- you must modify your diet to include more milk, vegetables and certain fruits such as tomatoes.

Instructions - 2 tsp. in 1cup cold H20, bring to boil and allow to stand for 2 minutes before straining, cooling a bit before drinking. Once or twice daily for up to a week, drink lots of water

AVOID JUNIPER BERRY- a very active aquaretic that may be toxic.

April 17, 1999

Donna Tinnerello, MS, RD, CD/N is a registered dietitian, living in Manhattan, with more than 10 years experience in HIV and nutrition. Her subspecialties are cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal disease, diabetes and weight management.
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