Kidney Stones
Below is the list of all medicinal plants scientifically proven to assist in the treatment of Kidney Stones. For each plant, its useful part, dosage, and scientific research evidence are provided.
Useful Herbs for Kidney Stones
2 certified medicinal plants with scientific evidence scores (descending order):
Comparison Matrix of Certified Herbs
| Herb | Evidence Score | Part Used | Adjuvant & Dosage | Evidence Source | Health Benefit Mechanism |
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Aerva lanata
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90% | Whole Plant, Leaf, Root |
Dosage: 20-30ml decoction of leaves twice a day
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Clinical Trial Proven | Aerva lanata helps in dissolving and expelling kidney stones from the body. |
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Achyranthes aspera
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88% | Root, Whole Plant |
Dosage: 20-30ml decoction of root twice a day
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Clinical Trial Proven | Due to its diuretic properties, Chirchita helps in expelling kidney stones and prevents their formation. |
Woolly aerva, Polpala / गोरखबूटी, गोरखगांजा
Aerva lanata • AmaranthaceaeAerva lanata helps in dissolving and expelling kidney stones from the body.
The plant exhibits diuretic and anti-lithogenic properties, increasing urine volume and inhibiting calcium oxalate crystal aggregation and growth, facilitating stone expulsion.
Prickly Chaff Flower / अपामार्ग / चिरचिटा
Achyranthes aspera • AmaranthaceaeDue to its diuretic properties, Chirchita helps in expelling kidney stones and prevents their formation.
Achyranthes aspera exhibits diuretic and anti-lithogenic activity by increasing urine output and inhibiting the crystallization of calcium oxalate, thereby facilitating stone expulsion and preventing recurrence.
Herb Comparison Matrix
Comparison of all verified herbs based on clinical evidence level and study publication counts:
| Herb Name | Scientific Name | Evidence Level | Total Studies | PubMed Counts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolly aerva, Polpala | Aerva lanata | Strong Clinical | 8 | 5 studies |
| Prickly Chaff Flower | Achyranthes aspera | Strong Clinical | 10 | 3 studies |
Verified Fact-Checks
Truth: Aerva lanata possesses properties that help dissolve and expel stones, but claiming it 'immediately breaks' them is an exaggeration. It depends on the type and size of the stone.
Truth: Although some laboratory studies have shown anti-cancer properties, extensive research is required to confirm its effectiveness in humans.
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