Kidney stones are stones of various sizes which are found in the kidneys. They are painful and can attack males as well as females of any age. Middle-aged people however, are more prone to being affected by kidney stones.

These kidney stones are made up of calcium, oxalate, phosphate, and other chemicals that are present inside our body, especially those which are present in urine.

If these stones are not removed promptly, keep growing and moving to the bladder and cause severe pain, inflammation, and infection. Once the kidney stones reach the bladder, the individual may find difficulty in passing urine and will also experiences severe inflammation at the time of urination.

There are several medicines available in the market for treating these kidney stones however; these medicines can have lots of side effects. Hence, lots of patients have shifted towards natural remedies.

Given below are some of the simplest nutritional remedies used for the treatment of kidney stones that can be used in conjunction to using Mercy Oil in order to achieve faster results in gently dissolving of your kidney stones.  

Fruits:

Fruits like apple, watermelon and figs are very effective for patients suffering from kidney stones.

Individuals should at least eat 3-4 apples every day. Similarly, raw watermelon or watermelon extract is also very good for health. Pomegranates are also very good for patients with kidney stones. Individuals may take its juice or grind its seed into fine paste.

Vegetables:

Green leafy vegetables are essential for maintaining good health and well- being. Other vegetables to eat are radish and lady fingers (Occra) are also very useful in treating kidney stones. Patient should eat radish 3-4 times a day. For lady fingers, cut 3-4 raw lady fingers into small pieces and soak it in a bowl of water. After keeping it overnight, press the lady fingers and take out all its extract. Drain the mixture and drink it 2-3 times a day.

Onion:

Similarly, onion extract is also one of the effective nutritional remedies. Finely slice a single onion and eat with a salad daily. As well as for kidney stones, this is also beneficial for the heart. Eat fresh mint or parsley afterwards to get rid of the strong smell on the breath.

Vitamin A-rich food:

Vitamin A is good for patients suffering from kidney stones. It helps in strengthening the urinary system and thus prevents in the formation of stones inside the body; it also controls the growth of protein within the body. Some of the Vitamin A-rich food includes apricot and pumpkin.

Lifestyle for Kidney stones:

Apart from the above mentioned home remedies given below are some other important things that a patient having kidney stones should take care of.

Firstly,drink lots of water, this in fact is the easiest and best way to keep kidney stones under control. Similarly, fruit juice (like cranberry) is also good. Do not take excess milk or milk products, as these are rich in protein. Coconut water and soda is also good for passing off small stones through urine. Coconut water also keeps the body cool, reduces the toxic substances found inside the body.

Secondly, develop a healthy food habits, include green leafy vegetables and whole grain wheat in your diet. Avoid completely oily, fried, fatty and protein-rich food, do not eat anything which cause acidity, say no to alcohol, pickles, chocolates and pastries. Individuals suffering from kidney stones should also avoid some vegetables like cauliflower, peas and carrots. Also to be avoided are fruits like strawberries.
Thirdly, make sure you get proper rest; 7-8 hour sleep is essential.

Fourth, go for walks and do mild exercise.