Urinary and Kidney Health

Herbs that promote urinary and kidney health

Wild carrot
Wild carrot

Wild carrot stands out as a potent herbal remedy for various urinary and digestive issues. It effectively elim…

Bearberry
Bearberry

Bearberry contains a glycoside called arbutin, which, when ingested, produces both diuretic and antiseptic eff…

Gravel root
Gravel root

Gravel root is beneficial for dissolving stones in the kidneys and bladder, aiding in their elimination and re…

Couch grass
Couch grass

Couch grass is a beneficial herb for kidney and bladder issues, particularly in dissolving kidney stones and a…

Agrimony
Agrimony

Agrimony is beneficial for kidney and bladder issues, aiding in the passing of kidney stones and alleviating b…

Stone breaker
Stone breaker

Stone breaker is a medicinal herb renowned for its ability to prevent and treat kidney stones and gallstones. …

Birch bark
Birch bark

Birch bark is rich in compounds like betulin, betulinic acid, and salicylates, giving it significant medicinal…

Lady's slipper
Lady's slipper

Lady's slipper has traditionally been used to support women's reproductive health, particularly in cases of pe…

Chicory
Chicory

Chicory is beneficial for the digestive process, facilitating the efficient breakdown of food and assisting in…

Marshmallow
Marshmallow

Marsh mallow root, rich in mucilage and starch, is a nutritious tonic known for its ability to form a soothing…

Elder
Elder

Elder is a versatile medicinal plant with various benefits. Its berries help eliminate viruses and alleviate d…

Nettle
Nettle

Nettle is a nutrient-rich plant, especially in protein, and helps the body process and remove protein wastes. …

Sorrel
Sorrel

Sorrel is recognized for its potential in treating cancers, especially as an ingredient in essiac tea since th…

Saw palmetto
Saw palmetto

Saw palmetto berry is known for its medicinal properties, particularly in supporting prostate health. It is ef…

Wild yam
Wild yam

Wild yam, recognized for its diosgenin content that mimics natural progesterone, has been studied for its nume…

Coriander
Coriander

Coriander offers numerous medicinal benefits due to its bioactive compounds, including essential oils, flavono…

Goat's rue
Goat's rue

Goat's rue is effective in stimulating breast milk production, potentially increasing milk output by up to 50%…

Burdock
Burdock

Burdock is an herb commonly used to support and tone the liver, treat liver complaints, and cleanse the blood …

Sassafras root
Sassafras root

Sassafras root aids digestion by relieving gas, bloating, and indigestion and stimulates appetite. The root ha…

Mullein
Mullein

Mullein is beneficial for a variety of respiratory issues, as it moisturizes the upper and lower respiratory t…

Vervain
Vervain

Vervain is a medicinal herb known for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and digestive properties due to its irid…

Rose hip
Rose hip

Rose hip is renowned for its exceptional vitamin C content, making it a powerful booster for the immune system…

Cleavers
Cleavers

Cleavers are beneficial for the lymphatic system, helping to tone and alleviate congestion in swollen lymph no…

Plantain
Plantain

Plantain is a potent herb known for drawing out toxins and is effective in treating venomous snake and spider …

Greater celandine
Greater celandine

Greater celandine aids in detoxifying the liver and gallbladder, clearing out toxic buildup and potentially al…

Spilanthes
Spilanthes

Spilanthes is valued for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties. It contains active …

Juniper
Juniper

Juniper is favored by herbalists for stimulating the kidneys and bladder, particularly when excess body fluid …

Hawthorn
Hawthorn

Hawthorn is beneficial for improving heart and cardiovascular performance by dilating blood vessels, addressin…

Hydrangea
Hydrangea

Hydrangea is beneficial for bladder and kidney function, addressing issues like stones, lower back pain, edema…

False unicorn
False unicorn

False unicorn is a traditional herb used by Native Americans to strengthen the female reproductive system, par…

Queen of the meadow
Queen of the meadow

Queen of the meadow contains salicylic acid, making it effective for relieving pain, reducing fever, and allev…

Purple loosestrife
Purple loosestrife

Purple loosestrife is effective in treating infectious bowel issues, including dysentery and bacteria-caused d…

St. John's Wort
St. John's Wort

St. John's wort is traditionally used to soothe nerve-related ailments, including sciatica, neuralgia, and pai…

Balsam Poplar
Balsam Poplar

Balm made from buds is beneficial for various skin troubles, including complex conditions like eczema and psor…

Horny goat weed
Horny goat weed

Horny goat weed is traditionally used to enhance libido, initially observed in goats. Research suggests it can…

Squaw Vine
Squaw Vine

Squaw vine is an herb known for supporting the male reproductive organs, especially during pregnancy. It aids …

Blessed Thistle
Blessed Thistle

Blessed thistle has historically been used to boost breast milk production by elevating the hormone prolactin.…

Yarrow
Yarrow

Yarrow demonstrates impressive antimicrobial and antiviral properties, providing a natural alternative in the …

Elecampane
Elecampane

Elecampane is highly regarded for its effectiveness in rehabilitating lungs, especially after long periods of …

Chaparral
Chaparral

Chaparral is an herbal remedy known for detoxifying the liver and body, reducing inflammation in the gastroint…

Butcher’s broom
Butcher’s broom

Butcher’s broom is a medicinal plant known for its vascular health benefits, primarily due to its active comp…

Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh

Black Cohosh is traditionally renowned as a women's herb primarily for its potential in supporting hormone fun…

Parsley
Parsley

Parsley (*Petroselinum crispum*) is not just a culinary herb but a powerhouse of nutrients, offering numerous …

Blue Flag
Blue Flag

Blue flag aids in clearing blocked or underperforming secretory pathways, including those related to intestina…

Alfalfa
Alfalfa

Alfalfa, known for its rich nutrient profile, is beneficial for various health aspects. It enhances bone healt…

Horsetail
Horsetail

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is valued for its high silica content, which enhances the strength and health of…

Sarsaparilla
Sarsaparilla

Sarsaparilla root is a medicinal herb known for its anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, antimicrobial, hormone-bal…

Hibiscus flower
Hibiscus flower

Hibiscus flower is known for its numerous health benefits, particularly its cardiovascular and antioxidant pro…

Pipsissewa
Pipsissewa

Pipsissewa is a medicinal herb renowned for its benefits in urinary and kidney health. It contains bioactive c…

Dandelion
Dandelion

The dandelion plant is highly valued both as a medicinal herb and a nutritious food, with its root enhancing …

Wireweed
Wireweed

Wireweed is a medicinal herb known for its diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties. It promotes…

Caraway seeds
Caraway seeds

Caraway seeds are renowned for their digestive benefits, thanks to essential oils like carvone and limonene. T…

Poria
Poria
Wolfiporia extensa (Poria cocos)

Poria is a subterranean fungus that has been a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese medicine for over two thousa…

Gymnema
Gymnema
Gymnema sylvestre

Gymnema is a woody climbing vine of India whose Ayurvedic name gurmar literally means sugar destroyer, reflect…

Tribulus
Tribulus
Tribulus terrestris

Tribulus, known in Ayurveda as gokshura, is a low spreading plant whose spiny fruit has been used for centurie…

Corn silk
Corn silk
Zea mays

Corn silk is the soft, thread-like tuft of fibers found beneath the husk of an ear of corn, and it has been us…

Shepherd's purse
Shepherd's purse
Capsella bursa-pastoris

Shepherd's purse is a common wayside plant, named for its heart-shaped seed pods, that has been used since ant…

Boldo
Boldo
Peumus boldus

Boldo is an aromatic evergreen shrub native to Chile, where its leaves have been used by Indigenous peoples an…

Astragalus
Astragalus

Astragalus is a potent traditional Chinese herb primarily used to boost the immune system and combat fatigue. …

Artichoke leaf
Artichoke leaf
Cynara scolymus (Cynara cardunculus)

Artichoke leaf is one of the most respected bitter tonics for the liver and digestion, valued since antiquity …