Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Asked 6 months ago

What tea is good for kidney stones?

My brother suffers from recurring kidney stones, and he's always looking for home remedies to help manage it. Are there any teas that are known to be beneficial for people who have kidney stones or to help prevent them?

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Manoj Gupta Manoj Gupta Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Haan, kidney stones are very painful, na. My uncle, he drinks kulthi (horse gram) soup, sometimes like a tea also, for stones. And lots of plain water, that's the main thing. People also say lemon water is good. But if stone is big, only doc can help, haan.

Rhea Sharma Rhea Sharma Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Hey! For kidney stones, I always hear 'drink water, water, water!' 💧 And also, lemon water can be super helpful, it helps break down some stones. For a tea, maybe a light hibiscus tea? It's pretty and refreshing! But definitely listen to your doc! 😊

Aryan Kumar Aryan Kumar Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Bro, my hostel mate had kidney stones once, it was awful. He just drank tons of plain water, like seriously non-stop. His mom would also send him some kind of barley water. I guess it just helps flush everything out. But for real pain or big stones, you need a doctor, obviously.

Meera Pillai Meera Pillai Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Oh, kidney stones can be incredibly painful and anxiety-inducing, I can only imagine. Many people suggest drinking plenty of water and clear fluids. For teas, some mention dandelions or even horsetail tea. It's about staying hydrated and helping your body flush. But please, consult a urologist for definitive treatment and pain management.

Kishore Kumar Kishore Kumar Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Kidney stones can mean expensive treatments. So prevention and early intervention are key. Don't spend on costly detox teas. The most budget-friendly 'tea' is simply warm water with lemon, drink a lot of it. If you need proper treatment, ensure you plan your finances for doctor visits and meds, don't rely just on home remedies.

Seema Devi Seema Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Please, if you suspect kidney stones, don't ignore it like I did. I thought some home remedies would help, but it only got worse. Eventually, I had to get proper treatment. For smaller stones, drinking plenty of fluids like lemon water or a light ginger tea might help, but only after a proper diagnosis. Go to the doctor, don't delay.

Deepa Anand Deepa Anand Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For kidney stones, alongside medical advice, staying hydrated is crucial. Some people find corn silk tea helpful, as it's believed to soothe the urinary tract. Gentle stretching and deep breathing can also help manage the discomfort. Always listen to your body and your doctor.

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Anjali Kadam Anjali Kadam Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Oh god, kidney stones are so bad, ho na! My friend, her dad had them. He was told to drink lots of water and lemon water. For tea, she says he tried a tea made from punarnava leaves. It's supposed to help, but proper medical treatment is key.

Lakshmi Devi Lakshmi Devi Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Beta, for kidney stones, drink lots and lots of water, that is the most important. And sometimes, make tea with barley water or even just plain hot water with a little lemon. These things help to pass small stones. But if pain is too much, go to doctor quickly, haan.

Shweta Joshi Shweta Joshi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As a vegetarian, I focus a lot on natural solutions. For kidney stones, the most important is proper hydration and reducing oxalate-rich foods. Some people use parsley tea or a tea made from basil leaves (tulsi) for general kidney health. But please check with your doctor if it's right for your type of stone.

Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Yikes, kidney stones sound like a very un-foodie experience! The only 'tea' I'd recommend is a plain, unsweetened one that makes you want to drink more water. Maybe a light chamomile or peppermint to help you relax through the pain. But seriously, focus on fluids and what your doctor says, not fancy teas!

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Kidney stones? No thanks, sounds like a nightmare. If I ever get one, I'd probably just chug whatever the doctor tells me. But I've heard cranberry tea is good, although mostly for UTIs. For stones, I guess any tea that makes you pee a lot and helps pass the little devils would be welcome. But seriously, hydrate like crazy!

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