| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Chinese Kidney Activator (or K-C) |
| Concerns: |
Kidney Problems / Kidney Stones / Edema / Urinary Tract Infections / High Blood Pressure |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
K-C or Chinese Kidney Activator is a kidney and bone tonic. It is used for water retention and supports the lymphatic system that must function properly when there's too much water. Inflammation can be an underlying cause of fluid retention. Kidney Activator works as a diuretic and with other body systems that flush excess fluid from body tissues. It can also help with back and joint pain. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Combination Potassium |
| Concerns: |
Urinary Problems |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Combination Potassium includes potassium, kelp, dulse, watercress, white cabbage, horseradish and horsetail. It restores the sodium/potassium balance in the body as well as maintain fluid which can overcome hard and dry conditions. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Cranberry and Buchu |
| Concerns: |
Urinary Tract Infections / Incontinency / Edema / Kidney Problems / Cystitis |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Cranberry and Buchu is especially helpful for nutritional support for urinary tract infections. Cranberry reduces the ability of bacteria to cling to the urinary tract lining. With incontinency it controls the odor of the urine by retarding the degradation by E coli bacteria that produce ammonia odors. Buchu is very nourishing for the urinary tract and acts as a diuretic. Its tonic, astringent and antiseptic properties help reduce urinary tract infections and inflammation. It also helps improve digestion. Do not take this with uva ursi as it becomes too astringent. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Hydrangea |
| Concerns: |
Kidney Stones / Kidney-related Backaches / Urinary Tract Inflammation / Edema / Cystitis |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Hydrangea is a diuretic that dissolves kidney stones and assists with kidney-related backaches. It is also useful for prostate problems and other inflammations of the urinary system in aged people. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
JP-X (Juniper and Parsley) |
| Concerns: |
Bladder Infection / Cystitis / Edema / Kidney Infection / Urinary Tract Infection |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
JP-X or Juniper and Parsley combination is a diuretic and antiseptic. The formula also contains dong quai, golden seal, uva ursi, ginger and marshmallow. It is used to stimulate the production of urine and also for edema and bladder infections. Although it was formulated for prostate problems, it is also useful for urinary tract infections in women. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Juniper Berries |
| Concerns: |
Edema / Kidney Infection / Kidney Stones / Urinary Problems / Incontinence |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Juniper Berries are a healing diuretic that help remove acidic toxins by stimulating the kidneys and adrenal glands. Juniper berries are used in formulas for diabetes and hypoglycemia. This is not recommended when kidneys are inflamed. Also juniper berries should not be taken for more than 6 weeks. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
KB-C (Chinese Kidney and Bone Formula) |
| Concerns: |
Bladder Infection / Incontinence / Gout / Kidney Infections |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
KB-C is a Chinese kidney and bone formula. It helps with adrenal stress, strong emotions and excessive animal protein which can all damage the kidneys. Because the kidneys are related to the structural system, KB-C is also used to build bones, joints and ligaments. In addition it removes uric and other acids from the body, thus assists the body in overcoming gout and and joint inflammation. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Kidney Activator (or K) |
| Concerns: |
Kidney Inflammation / Bladder / Edema / Cystitis / Urinary Incontinence |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
K or Kidney Activator contains juniper, parsley, uva ursi, dandelion and chamomile. It is a natural antiseptic diuretic which cleanses the urinary system. It is useful for edema, incontinence and other bladder and kidney inflammation problems. For kidney stones use with caution. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Kidney Drainage |
| Concerns: |
General Kidney Problems / Bladder Problems / General Urinary Problems / Edema / Gout / High Blood Pressure |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Kidney Drainage provides nutritional support for the kidneys as they regulate blood chemistry. It contains Asparagus officinalis that helps increase cellular activity and the production of urine. It also contains plantain leaf to help relieve fluid buildup in the kidneys, juniper and goldenrod. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Morinda (or Nature's Noni) |
| Concerns: |
Urinary Incontinence / Inflammation |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Morinda or Noni is rich in caprylic acid which acts against molds and fungi including Candida albicans. It also contains selenium which is an antioxidant mineral. Noni root is used in Chinese medicine to tonify the kidneys. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Urinary Maintenance (or URY) |
| Concerns: |
BLADDER INFECTIONS / KIDNEY INFECTIONS / KIDNEY STONES / INCONTINENCE / CYSTITIS / PAINFUL URINATION / KIDNEY INFLAMMATION / EDEMA. The urinary system is the means by which the body filters the blood and maintains a clean supply of fluids. Nutritional support can accompany many medical prescriptions. This information is not intended to replace proper medical treatment, but only to support it nutritionally. Consult your health professional before using any supplements or before making changes in prescribed medications. |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
URY combines herbs, vitamins and minerals to support general nutritional needs of the urinary system. Some herbs are uva ursi, hydrangea, parsley, dandelion, dong quai, horsetail, schizandra, and the minerals potassium and magnesium. NSP's product, Urinary Maintenance, is the only one that can be used with kidney inflammation due to the gentle diuretics in it. Please be aware that herbs are nutritional supplements. As with all health problems, no specific herb or combination of herbs works for all people, because everyone's body is unique. The intent is to offer historical uses of herbs. Information and statements regarding herbs and dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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| Body System: |
The Urinary System |
| Herbs Used: |
Uva Ursi |
| Concerns: |
Bladder and Kidney Infections |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Uva Ursi strengthens and tones the urinary system, and is especially useful for nutritional support for bladder and kidney infections. It's a reliable diuretic. It works better as a tea. |
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