The appearance of kidney stones is a topical problem. According to statistics, this kidney stone disease occurs in 500 people out of 100,000. And about 7 more people out of 10 have stones( or rather, the first signs of their appearance) without even knowing it. In addition to official methods of treatment, there are folk recipes against this disease. Some of them are quite effective, and they can also be used to combat the problem. One of them is a decoction of the roots of the dog rose.
Root of dog rose from stones in kidneys
Root of dogrose - a remedy actively used in folk medicine, including - and with kidney stones( and other kidney diseases).
Rosehip roots contain:
- organic acids;
- vitamins B, K, P, A, C;
- minerals: magnesium, iron, phosphorus, manganese, calcium and potassium;
- glycosides;
- flavonoids;
- ascorbic acid;
- tannins.
In addition to roots, other parts of the plant are also used in folk medicine:
- Seeds are rich in vitamin E, carotene and acids: linoleic and linolenic.
- Fruits - contain vitamins( groups C, K, P), carotenoids, flavonoids. The flesh of fruits is rich in calcium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium.
- The bark - in folk medicine is used as an emetic.
On the video on the properties of the root of the dog rose:
Useful properties of dogrose
The use of rose hips with stones in the kidneys gives the following results:
- The substances in the roots strengthen and give flexibility to the urinary ducts, thereby accelerating the process of excavating stones and sand.
- Vitamins contribute to the overall strengthening of the immune system, improve the performance of internal organs( including - and kidneys).
- Concrements soften, enveloped in mucus - which makes it easier to remove them.
- Diuretic action accelerates sedimentation.
Instructions for use
Rose hips are sold in dried form. You can buy them:
- pharmacy - a package weighing 50 grams costs about 60-70 rubles;
- on the market( with hands) - the price may be slightly lower, but the quality may differ for the worse.
You can also collect and dry this plant yourself. The rules are as follows:
- The ideal harvesting time is autumn, when the leaves of the dog rose will have a brownish hue.
- Not suitable for harvesting plants growing in urban areas and near highways. Root of the dog rose is capable of accumulating substances from the soil. If there are harmful elements in the earth, it will absorb them. The ideal place to collect is dry terrain on a hill.
- The collected roots are finely chopped, then dried( in the shade in a natural way, or in the oven, at a temperature of 75-80 ° C).
Use the product in the form of a decoction - the dried roots are flooded with water.
Recipe for use:
- 2 tablespoons of the root are poured with 1 glass( 250 ml) of water. If you need to be treated from sand or small stones - you can take 1 tablespoon root.
- The broth is boiled on low heat, and boiled for another 15-20 minutes. If water boils out - add boiling water to the previous volume of the liquid.
- The decoction is removed from the fire, and insists for 5-6 hours.
- The broth is filtered through gauze.
The darker the decoction color - the higher the concentration of active components.
On the video, the recipe for the preparation of rose hips for the treatment of kidney stones:
Admission rules:
- Take the drug before meals, 3 times a day, 1/3 cup.
- You need to drink the food only fresh, so every day you should prepare a new decoction.
- Drink remedy is recommended through a tube. This minimizes the harmful effect of ascorbic acid on tooth enamel.
- Duration of treatment - 7-10 days.
Before starting treatment, it is recommended to check the preparation and dosage with your doctor.
Contraindications
Like any other medicine, such a prescription has its limitations.
Contraindications are:
- Pregnancy and lactation period.
- Individual plant intolerance( allergic reaction).
- Infective endocarditis( inflammation of the tissues of the heart valves).
- Heart failure.
- Gastritis with high acidity.
- Stomach ulcer.
- Ulcer of the duodenal ulcer.
- Blood coagulation disorder( or use of drugs that worsen the process).
With other diseases of the cardiovascular system - the reception of the decoction is possible only after consultation of the cardiologist.
Even if the above problems are not present - it is recommended to consult a doctor who treats the patient before using the dogrose root.
Special notes on the use of
The decoction should be restricted if the following symptoms appear:
- kidney pain;
- nausea;
- dizziness;
- general deterioration of state of health, weakness;
- temperature increase;
- abdominal pain( at the bottom).
In case of a sharp manifestation of these symptoms, the reception of the decoction should be completely discontinued, and seek medical advice.
If symptoms are poor:
- It is recommended to reduce the amount of tincture taken in half.
- The course of treatment is recommended to reduce, dividing into 2 parts. Between these periods it is required to take a break for about a month.
It is recommended to adjust the course and even a mild manifestation of the symptoms listed above with your doctor.
Reviews
According to the patients, this remedy is used quite often, in addition to the treatment prescribed by the doctors. Often you can see complaints of pain and fever, and even with a small concentration.
Reviews of doctors on the subject of treatment with dog rose are much less - as most specialists with distrust refer to folk remedies. In rare cases, they recommend such broths for patients with kidney sand, and only as a supplement to the prescribed course of treatment.