1. Drink Lots of Water
Water is the best way to help your body flush out kidney stones. It pushes the stone through your urine and keeps new ones from forming. Try to drink at least 8–10 glasses of water every day, even more if you’re active or sweating a lot.
2. Lemon Juice
Lemons have citric acid, which helps break down small stones and keeps new ones from forming. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into warm or cold water and drink it a few times a day. It’s best to use real lemons, not bottled lemon juice.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has acetic acid, which might soften or break down stones. Mix 1 to 2 tablespoons in a glass of water and drink it once or twice daily. Don’t drink too much, and always mix it with water so it’s not too strong.
5. Celery Juice
Celery may help clear toxins that cause kidney stones. Blend celery stalks with a bit of water to make a fresh juice. Drink once a day. If you’re allergic to celery or have low blood pressure, ask your doctor first.
6. Pomegranate Juice
Pomegranate juice is full of antioxidants and supports healthy kidneys. It may help prevent stone formation and reduce acidity in urine. One glass a day is a great way to stay healthy.
7. Kidney Bean Broth
The shape of kidney beans looks like kidneys—and they’re good for them too! Boil kidney beans and drink the water (broth). It may help with pain and support urine flow, which helps pass stones.
8. Dandelion Root
Dandelion root helps the kidneys get rid of waste. You can drink it as a tea or take it in capsule form. It also supports good digestion, which may help your body stay balanced.
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9. Wheatgrass Juice
Wheatgrass is packed with nutrients and increases urine flow. This helps push stones out of the body faster. Drink fresh juice or use powdered wheatgrass in smoothies or water.
10. Horsetail Tea
Horsetail is an herb that may increase urine and reduce swelling. It may help remove kidney stones and ease pain. Drink horsetail tea 1–2 times daily. Don’t use it for too long without asking your doctor.
11. Green Tea
Green tea is full of healthy antioxidants and may stop new stones from forming. Drinking one or two cups a day supports your kidneys and gives you energy too.
12. Raspberries
Raspberries contain natural plant acids that may help break up small kidney stones. They also have a lot of fiber and water, which support your kidneys and overall health.
13. Uva Ursi
Uva ursi is a plant used in herbal medicine for urinary health. It helps reduce swelling and fights infections, which may help stones pass more easily. Only take it in small amounts and talk to your doctor before starting.
14. Nettle Leaves
Nettle leaves are a natural herb that helps your kidneys work better. They increase how much you pee, which helps flush out kidney stones. Nettle also helps reduce swelling and keeps bacteria away. You can drink nettle leaf tea once or twice a day. It’s a gentle and safe remedy for most people, but ask your doctor if you’re not sure.
FAQs
Yes, home remedies like drinking water, lemon juice, and herbal teas can help small kidney stones pass more easily. But big stones may still need a doctor’s help.
Try to drink 8–10 glasses of water every day. It helps your body push the stone out through your pee.
Yes, lemon juice has acid that helps break down kidney stones and may stop new ones from forming.
It depends on the size of the stone. Small stones may pass in a few days or weeks. Keep drinking fluids and using safe remedies.
Most are safe in small amounts. Teas like nettle, dandelion, and green tea can help. But check with your doctor before trying new herbs.
Some herbs and juices might not mix well with certain medicines. It’s best to ask your doctor before starting any home remedy.
See a doctor if you have strong pain, fever, blood in your pee, or if the stone doesn’t pass in a few weeks.
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Dr. Vishal Dutt Gour is the Consultant Urologist and Male Fertility Specialist at SCI International Hospital. After graduating as a doctor from Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital in Mumbai, Dr. Gour gained his General Surgery and Urology Specialist qualifications from B J Medical College and Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad. He was awarded the Shri Dhirajlal Desai Medal for first in M.Ch (Urology).
