Kidney Stones

Natural Management of Kidney Stones

Herbal Remedies, Nutritional Support & Newtons' Kidney Stone Mixture

Kidney stones are becoming increasingly common around the world, often linked to dietary imbalances, dehydration, and lifestyle factors. These painful mineral formations can obstruct urinary flow, cause severe pain, and lead to urinary tract complications. A natural, prevention-focused approach using herbs, nutrition, and hydration can significantly reduce stone formation and support kidney health.


Newtons’ Kidney Stone Mixture

A professionally formulated blend of traditional herbs used to assist the body in flushing kidney stones, soothing the urinary tract, and supporting healthy kidney function.

Contains herbal extracts of:

  • Parsley – Diuretic, flushes kidneys and supports mineral balance

  • Horsetail – Astringent and anti-inflammatory, strengthens kidney tissues

  • Buchu – Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory for the urinary tract

  • Berberis (Barberry) – Supports liver and kidney detoxification

  • Gravel Root (Eupatorium purpureum) – Traditionally used to dissolve stones

  • Stone Root (Collinsonia canadensis) – Tones urinary passages, aids elimination

  • Uva Ursi (Bearberry) – Antimicrobial, reduces urinary tract irritation

This formula is ideal for individuals experiencing early or recurrent kidney stones and is often used alongside a personalized natural protocol.


Causes of Kidney Stones

  • Dehydration or low fluid intake

  • Diet high in animal protein, refined carbohydrates, and oxalates (spinach, chocolate, rhubarb)

  • Chronic urinary tract infections

  • High sodium and calcium intake without proper absorption

  • Poor magnesium and vitamin B6 status

  • High uric acid levels (especially in gout or purine-rich diets)


Symptoms of Kidney Stones

  • Intense pain in the lower back or side (renal colic)

  • Nausea, vomiting, fever (if infection is present)

  • Painful urination, frequent urge to urinate

  • Blood in urine or cloudy urine

  • Sediment or gravel in urine

  • Sometimes no symptoms until a stone moves


Prevention & Natural Remedies

Herbal Teas & Juices

  • Horsetail tea – Flushes and tones the kidneys; use internally and in herbal baths

  • Thyme, Knotgrass, Goldenseal tea + Carrot juice – Assists in dissolving stones

  • Birch leaf tea – Diuretic, reduces urinary protein and flushes kidneys

  • Chlorophyll-rich juices (parsley, dandelion, fennel, alfalfa) – Provide natural magnesium

  • Stonebreaker (Chanca Piedra) – Widely used for breaking down stones

Additional Herbs to Consider:

  • Gravel Root

  • Stone Root

  • Varuna

  • Gold Coin Grass

  • Blady Grass

  • Life Root

  • Pipsissewa

  • Pepino

  • Cat Whisker

  • Visnaga

  • Yellow Bedstraw

  • Butterbur

  • Cabbage Thistle


Nutritional Supplements for Kidney Support

Supplement Suggested Dose Function
Magnesium 500 mg Inhibits calcium crystal formation
Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) 50 mg Helps metabolize oxalic acid
Vitamin B Complex 50 mg Supports urinary and adrenal health
Vitamin A 25,000 IU Repairs mucosal linings (avoid in pregnancy)
Vitamin C (mineral ascorbate) 1,000 mg Antioxidant, detox support
Folic Acid 25–50 mg Supports metabolic balance
Glutamine 300 mg Maintains bladder lining integrity
Potassium Citrate 2,500 mg Keeps calcium dissolved in urine
Zinc (with copper) 50 mg zinc + 5 mg copper Detoxifies and supports immunity
Green food powders 1 tbsp Rich in chlorophyll and minerals

Home Remedies & Lifestyle Tips

  • Hydration: Drink at least 2–3 litres of clean water daily

  • Avoid oxalate-rich foods if prone to calcium oxalate stones

  • Increase magnesium-rich plant foods or juices (dandelion, alfalfa, parsley)

  • Warm sitz baths and hot compresses over the kidney area can reduce pain

  • Use of Stonebreaker (Chanca Piedra) tincture or capsules as part of a preventive protocol

  • Practice bladder-emptying habits – always urinate when the urge is present

  • Avoid alcohol – it depletes magnesium and B6, and increases uric acid

  • Follow a predominantly plant-based diet to reduce uric acid and improve urinary alkalinity


Homeopathy for Kidney Stone Symptoms

  • Berberis vulgaris – Pain radiates from kidney to bladder or thighs, worse from movement

  • Cantharis – Burning urine, frequent urge, anxiety

  • Sarsaparilla – Pain at the end of urination

  • Ocimum canum – Right-sided stones, red or brick-dust sediment

  • Lycopodium – Right kidney pain, bloating, gas

Always consult a professional homeopath for individualized guidance.


Conclusion

Kidney stones can be prevented and managed naturally with the right combination of hydration, dietary changes, targeted supplements, and herbal support. Newtons’ Kidney Stone Mixture offers a time-tested herbal blend designed to support kidney cleansing, ease urinary discomfort, and discourage future stone formation.

Speak to your herbalist or naturopath about incorporating this blend into a personalized kidney wellness program.