7 Herbs That Can Help with Kidney Disease

By CH Woods

When your kidneys lose their ability to get rid of the wastes in your body, an excessive amount of toxins and water can build up. This can result in serious medical conditions. If this occurs, it is generally referred to as kidney failure. The symptoms of kidney disease do not often show up until after the disease has progressed 
quite a bit.

Symptoms can include one or more of the following:

• High Blood Pressure
• Fatigue
• Anemia
• Sudden Weight Loss
• Bleeding in Intestines
• Muscle Cramps

There are many natural herbs that it is said can help relieve the symptoms caused by kidney disease and kidney failure. Baking soda has also been said to help improve the symptoms of kidney failure since it helps reduce the acidity of your blood.

Keep in mind that herbs and any other home remedies are not considered treatments.
The seven herbs listed below may all help make kidney problems less dire.

Herbal Remedy #1: Dandelion: Medical experts have stated that dandelion leaves have diuretic properties that might be a good replacement for prescription diuretics in the future. Diuretics are prescription drugs that cause an increased flow of urine.

Dandelion is very common, though many people don't realize that it is fantastic for dealing with the symptoms of kidney failure. Besides kidney problem, this herb has been found to help treat conditions of the gall bladder, joints, and liver.

Herbal Remedy #2: Java Tea: Java tea, commonly referred to as kidney tea, is an herb that is made use of medically for various reasons. It is known in several countries as a powerful herb for the treatment of kidney problems such as kidney infection and kidney stones. Java tea is also considered a diuretic (something that causes increased flow of urine) as well.

Herbal Remedy #3: Lei Gong Teng: Lei Gong Teng is said to have been proven to be effective in preventing cancer, inflammation and improving blood circulation. It has been widely used to treat leprosy and rheumatoid arthritis in clinics. 

Herbal Remedy #4: Green Tea: Green tea is a beverage that people have consumed for countless numbers of years and continue to do so today because of its many health benefits. The leaves of the green tea plant are made up of special substances referred to as polyphenols, which apparently help to prevent kidney stones in addition to prostate and liver cancer. Green tea is also used to break down any fatty buildup in the liver. 

Herbal Remedy #5: Cornsilk: Cornsilk is an extremely effective herb used for those with kidney failure. It can also help manage the symptoms of urinary infection.

Herbal Remedy #6: Couch Grass: Couch grass will help increase urine production as well as improves the conditions of those with urinary tract infections like urethritis and cystitis. Kidney stones are a common problem for those with kidney failure. Couch grass has also been shown to help break down these stones to help them pass without too much pain.
This herb has also been found to help with the treatment of an enlarged prostate. To take this herb, you can ground it up and use it as a substitute for coffee in your coffee maker.

Herbal Remedy #7: Uva Ursi: Uva ursi, generally known as bearberry, is among the most effective urinary system antiseptics. It has been used to fight off any infections in the kidneys for thousands of years.

The Dangers of Herbal Remedies
All-natural herbal solutions do not have any side effects; however they may interfere with any current medications that you are taking. You need to see a doctor right away if you suspect you have any sort of kidney problem and would like to take one of the herbs mentioned above.

As mentioned, these herbs are meant to help relieve the symptoms of your kidney problems, not cure them.
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CH Woods is the Executive Director of Organic and Environmental Products.
We provide organic and natural products with informative articles on health and environmental solutions.

Vertigo What it is and What it Does

By CH Woods

Vertigo can be identified as a dizzy sensation and a condition in which somebody feels a sensation of whirling or tilting that causes a loss of balance. It is important to keep in mind that vertigo is considered a symptom and not a disease. 

Vertigo is usually linked to fatigue, weakness, feeling lightheaded, disorientation, and unsteadiness.

If you feel as if you are moving, it is known as subjective vertigo while if your environment seems to be moving, it is called objective vertigo. Vertigo is generally harmless, however if symptoms remain a problem.

Diagnosis of Vertigo The identification of vertigo depends on the symptoms you have which are found through physical evaluations and an overview of your health background. A number of assessments like CT scan, blood tests, or electrocardiograms (ECG) could possibly be done to verify the diagnosis of vertigo.

Types of Vertigo The main types of vertigo are said to be:

• Subjective Vertigo
• Migraine-Associated Vertigo
• Objective Vertigo
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). This is the type of vertigo that is a sudden onset or intensification of symptoms, especially when recurrent.

Common Symptoms of Vertigo 
Symptoms could be continuous or occasional and can happen from a few minutes to several hours, at times persisting for several weeks or a few months. Frequent signs and symptoms can include:

• Vomiting
• Double Vision
• Nausea
• Disorientation
• Muscle Weakness
• Tinnitus
• Involuntary Eye Movements
• Dizziness
• Sweating
• Balance Difficulties

Causes of Vertigo 
There are many different reasons vertigo could develop. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, also known as BPPV, can develop due to harm caused to the inner ear. It is the most frequent reason for vertigo and might be associated with decreased mental ability, muscle weakness in the face, and hearing loss. Tumors such as acoustic neuroma can cause vertigo along with symptoms such as tinnitus and hearing problems.

Other general causes of vertigo can include:

• Meniere’s Disease
• Head Injury
• Ear Infection
• Inner Ear Fluid Balance
• Multiple Sclerosis

Other medical conditions that may worsen vertigo may include:

• Altitude Sickness
• Motion Sickness
• Migraines
• Massages
• Menopause

Natural Remedies for Vertigo
The treatment of vertigo is determined by the exact cause and intensity of episodes. A very well-known type of treatment involves the use of vestibular rehabilitation exercises, which requires you to lie down on a table on your side until the vertigo decreases and then rotating to your other side until vertigo goes away completely. Speak with a medical professional to find out how to perform this treatment.

If vertigo is triggered because of an infection of the middle ear, antibiotics could possibly be given. More serious cases of vertigo could also call for surgery. Therapeutic massages can also reduce the symptoms of vertigo. Although an overall massage is beneficial, many people feel the most relief while the head is massaged.

Natural treatments can also provide relief from feeling lightheaded and queasy caused by vertigo and boost inner ear stability.Holistic substances like gelsemium, cocculus indicus, and lobelia inflata have all been shown to be very effective in reducing conditions caused by vertigo such as headaches, dizziness, muscle weakness, double vision, exhaustion, tinnitus, and nausea.

Bryonia alba is a herb that may be helpful for head pain as well as for people who sweat excessively. Furthermore, herbal treatments are effective for those struggling with the symptoms of vertigo and they are a great way to enhance any other treatment done to reduce vertigo. Herbs are also beneficial since they are quickly absorbed into the body.

Before attempting any of the treatments above, make sure you consult a licensed practitioner
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CH Woods is the Executive Director of Organic and Environmental Products.
We provide organic and natural products with informative articles on health and environmental solutions.