Kidney Failure: Improve GFR Kidney Function Naturally with Herbs

Numerous herbs may help treat chronic kidney failure and improve the GFR or kidney function naturally. The following is a list of these herbs:

Astragalus
Astragalus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years to strengthen your body against disease. Astragalus helps protect the body against physical, mental and emotional stress. Astragalus has a sweet, moist taste. The root of the plant is used medicinally. It is an anti-inflammatory, diuretic and hypotensive that protects the kidney function.

Hydrangea
Hydrangea, or Hydrangea arborescens, is a calmative to the genitourinary system. Hydrangea, a nontoxic remedy, has been used to treat numerous conditions, including kidney disease, bladder infections and prostate problems such as prostate pain. The root of the hydrangea plant -- which contains saponins and other active ingredients -- is used in herbal medicines.

Chinese Rhubarb
Chinese rhubarb may prove effective for the treatment of chronic kidney failure. Research indicates that the extract of rhubarb may prolong survival during kidney disease.

Cranberries
Cranberries are a culinary herb, widely used to strengthen the kidneys and urinary tract. They prevent the production of oxalate kidney stones.

Dandelion greens
The common garden herb dandelion, has been used for centuries as a diuretic to reduce swelling in the body's tissues. Less fluids in the tissues translates to less tendency toward hypertension. In addition, dandelion helps flush the kidneys, increase urination and balance the body's electrolytes, controlling blood pressure.

Juniper
Juniper is a cleansing herb that may help to flush toxins from the kidneys. The berries contain oils that can help relieve stress on the kidneys and allow them to regenerate. You can crush the berries in boiling water to make a tea, or make a tincture by soaking the berries in vodka or gin for at least seven days.

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