Kidney Tea Plants : An Alternative Treatment for Kidney Stones Without Surgery

Kidney stones are a common and often excruciating health issue. Kidney stones form when salts, minerals, and chemicals in the urine crystallize and create deposits that eventually become stones. The size and composition of kidney stones can vary, but they all have the potential to cause tremendous pain and serious complications. Kidney stones also result in acute pain as they move through the urinary tract. These kidney stones can lead to kidney inflammation, recurring urinary tract infections, and kidney damage. In some cases, medical treatment or even surgery is required to remove kidney stones.

In the Usadha Taru Pramana manuscript, it is mentioned that cat's whiskers leaves are considered "tis" (cooling), which can help alleviate complaints associated with heat (fever and inflammation). Additionally, in the Usadha Taru Pramana manuscript, it is explained that the use of the herbal kidney tea plants can naturally eliminate kidney stones without the need for medical intervention or even surgery. This is due to the presence of compounds in cat's whiskers such as flavonoids, glycosides, tannins, saponins, and steroids. These compounds play a vital role in addressing kidney stone problems. Flavonoids, for instance, can increase urine production, aid in the expulsion of smaller kidney stones, and prevent the formation of new stones. Glycosides reduce the formation of kidney stones and facilitate the elimination of existing ones. Tannins possess anti-inflammatory properties that alleviate inflammation around the kidneys and urinary tract, while saponins and steroids act as antioxidants, protecting kidney cells from oxidative damage. Therefore, kidney tea plants are highly beneficial in addressing kidney stones.

One way to consume kidney tea plants is by preparing a traditional Balinese herbal drink known as 'loloh.' Loloh is made from various natural ingredients, including leaves, spices, and herbal concoctions, which are processed into a drinkable mixture. Below is the recipe for making kidney tea plants loloh.

Kidney Tea Plants Loloh (Photo Source: Editorial Collection)

Ingredients:

1.  Fresh or dried kidney tea plants (about 10-15 leaves)
2. Clean water (about 2-3 cups)
3. Sugar or honey (to taste, as preferred)
4.  Lime or lemon (optional, for a refreshing flavor)

Steps:

1. Wash the leaves thoroughly to remove any dust and dirt if you are using fresh kidney tea plants. Ensure that the kidney tea plants are clean if you are using dried ones.
2. Boil water in a pot until it reaches a boil. Once boiling, add the kidney tea plants to the boiling water. Let the leaves boil in the water for about 5 to 10 minutes. This will help extract the active compounds from the kidney tea plants into the water. 
3. After boiling, strain the kidney tea plants leaf loloh to separate the leaves from the liquid. Use a strainer or clean cloth for this purpose.
4. Pour the strained kidney tea plants loloh into a glass. If you prefer a sweet taste, add sugar or honey to your liking. You can also add lime or lemon juice if you want to give it a refreshing flavor.

In addition to its ability to treat kidney stones, kidney tea plants loloh also offer various health benefits. Among them is its ability to improve kidney function, as kidney tea plants help cleanse the kidneys and urinary tract by acting as a natural diuretic. This helps reduce the accumulation of harmful substances in the body and enhances kidney function. It can also treat urinary tract infections (UTIs), as the diuretic properties of kidney tea plants can help treat UTIs. By increasing urine production, bacteria causing UTIs can be flushed out of the urinary tract. Kidney tea plants can also aid in detoxifying the body, as its diuretic properties are used in body detoxification programs. This helps eliminate toxins and waste from the body. It is effective in combating inflammation, as kidney tea plants have anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate inflammation in the body. This can be beneficial in addressing various inflammatory conditions. Furthermore, kidney tea plants may have potential in treating diabetes, as some early studies suggest that kidney tea plants extract can help reduce blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, which could be beneficial for people with diabetes. Apart from its medicinal uses, kidney tea plants, with its unique and beautiful flowers, can be utilized as an ornamental plant to beautify the garden in your backyard.

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