kidney disease

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I have a friend who has insufficient kidney function. That's as much

detail as he has shared with me. He asked me to research any

treatments that might be out there that are alternatives to transplant

or dialysis. Could anyone give me some pointers for sites or printed

material that would include alternative treatments as well as any

testimonials to these treatments?

 

Thanks for any help you give to an admittedly vague question.

 

Steve

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, " freedonia2001 "

<groddeck37 wrote:

>

> I have a friend who has insufficient kidney function. That's as

much detail as he has shared with me. He asked me to research any

> treatments that might be out there that are alternatives to

transplant or dialysis. Could anyone give me some pointers for sites or printed

material that would include alternative treatments as well as any testimonials

to these treatments?

> Thanks for any help you give to an admittedly vague question.

> Steve

>

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Diet, Supplements Restore Kidney Function

JoAnn Guest

Dec 06, 2006 14:54 PST

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The following herba and supplements help maintain and restore

kidney function:

 

 

Nutrients:

Cranberry

 

Vitamin B6 - 50 mgs three times daily to reduce fluid retention

Choline - 50 mgs daily

Inositol - 100 mgs daily

Vitamin C with bioflavonoids - 3,000 to 4,000 mg daily - acidifies

the urine, boosts immune function.

Magnesium - 750 mgs daily

L-Arginine - 500 mgs, four times daily for kidney disease

L-methionine - for improved kidney circulation. Do not take with

milk, rather with pure water or juice. Take with 50 mg B6 and 100 mg

vitamin C for better absorption.

Lecithin granules - 1 tblsp three times daily. Needed for nephritis.

Multienzyme complex - Necessary for digestion.

Hydrochloric acid- as directed on label.

Multimineral complex - corrects mineral depletion so common with

kidney disease.

Potassion - 99 mgs daily.

Vitamin A - 100,000 IU daily for three days, then 50,000 IU for five

days, then reduce to 25,000. Use emulsion form for easier

assimiliation.

Vitamin B complex -100 mgs daily,

plus extra B2, 25 mgs three times daily.

Vitamin E emulsion - 800 IU daily.

Zinc - 50 to 80 mgs daily.

Dandelion Root

 

Celery stalks, parsley and parsley seeds counteract high uric acid

levels resulting from diets rich in animal protein. Uric acids in

the bloodstream makes one susceptible to kidney disease.These two herbs tend to

keep them in check.

 

Dandelion root extract aids in excretion of the kidneys waste

products and is especially beneficial for nephritis.

 

Other herbs which are beneficial for kidney problems are juniper

berries, parsley, red clover,watermelon and watermelon seed tea,

marshmallow root and nettle tea.

Buchu tea is also good. Do not boil it however.

Kombucha teas may be helpful for kidney stones.

 

The herbs uva ursi and hydrangea are slightly germidical so if there

is

any bacteria they will likely be destroyed by it.

 

Marshmallow tea cleanses the kidneys. Drink one quart daily.

Cranberries contain substances which acidify the urine, destroy

bacteria

buildup and promote healing. Drink at least 8 ounces of pure

unsweetened

cranberry juice available at health food stores.

Do not substitute a commercial cranberry product. They are

pasteurized

and typically contain large amounts of refined sugar.

 

Consume a diet of 75 percent raw organic foods, including garlic,

white

potatoes,asparagus,parsley,celery, cucumbers,papaya, bananas,

watermelon, pumpkin and pumpkin seeds.

 

Include in the diet, legumes, seeds and organic soybeans. These

foods

contain the amino acid arginine which is beneficial for the kidneys.

 

Increase your consumption of foods rich in Vitamin A. Vitamin A is

beneficial to the urinary tract and helps to discourage the

formation of

stones. Good sources of vitamin A include Alfalfa, apricots,

cantaloupes, carrots, pumpkin, organic sweet potatoes and squash.

 

Reduce or eliminate your intake of phosphates. Do not use any salt

or

sodium chloride (a salt substitute), and avoid carbonated soft

drinks.

Also avoid chocolate, cocoa, eggs, eliminate meats (with the

elimination

of organic and free range cuts as well), and rhubarb,also eliminate

coffee ( decaf as well).

Avoid all dairy products with the exception of plain organic yogurt,

and organic cottage cheese.

 

Reduce your intake of animal protein, eliminating it altogether.

Animal

protein puts extra stress on the kidneys. Accumulation of animal

protein

ultimately results in uremia.

 

Good protein sources include organic whole grains such as oats,

millet,

quinoa, buckwheat, rye, brown rice, kamut and bulgur, organic

soybeans

(black or white),chickpeas, aduki beans, pinto beans and lentils.

 

Drink 6 to 8 ounces of steam distilled water every waking hour.

Quality pure water is essential for urinary tract function.

 

A study at the university of chiba in Japan indicated that spirulina

reduced kidney poisoning caused by mercury and pharmaceutical drugs.

 

Kidney stones are ten times more common now than they were at the

turn

of the century.While the consumption of foods high in oxalic acid

has

declined markedly in this country in that time, the amount of animal

fats and protein in the average american diet has increased

significantly.

The ratio of plant to animal protein in the typical diet at the

beginning of this century was roughly 1 to 1. This ratio has since

declined to 1 to 2. The consumption of animal protein is strongly

associated with 'oxalate absorption'.

For this reason, limit your calcium intake and avoid dairy products.

Also avoid aluminum compounds and alkalis, such as those found in

anti-acids. The consumption of milk and antacids cause kidney stones

in

susceptible individuals.

 

Kidney stones are more prevalent in the southeastern United states,

commonly known as the " stone belt " .

The reason for this is not known, but it is theorized that the hot

climate, which promotes dehydration, and /or regional dietary habits

may

be to blame.

 

The comsumption of refined carbohydrates, especially sugar, can help

precipitate kidney stones as well, because the sugar stimulates the

pancreas to release insulin, which in turn causes extra calcium to

be

excreted in the urine.

Mild chronic or recurrent dehydration can also be a factor in kidney

stones; it concentrates the urine, increasing the likelihood

of " stone

formation " .

 

Drinking the juice of a fresh lemon in a warm glass of pure water

each

morning alleviates pain typically associated with this condition and

can

prevent stones from forming. This may be repeated each half hour and

may

also be sweetened with a form of liquid or powdered 'stevia'. a

diabetic

safe herbal sweetening agent.

 

Gingko biloba taken in extract form, aids circrulation to the

kidneys

and has anti-inflammatory properties. It is a powerful herbal

antioxidant.

 

Excerpts taken from the book, " Prescription for Nutritional Healing "

by James F. Balch, M.D.

 

 

 

JoAnn Guest

mrsjo-

www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/Diets

 

 

Moderators Note:

We have a testimonial within our immediate family as to the efficacy of the

above mentioned protocol. My brother in law recently diagnosed with enlarged

kidneys. After following the diet indicated by Dr. Balch,... total elimination

of phosphates (carbonated drink), eliminating coffee(a typical dehydrating

beverage), increasing his levels of pure (fluoride-free) water, he is well on

his way to recovery,currently vacationing in Florida for the winter. He is doing

especially well in a very short time since his diagnosis. This proves that while

orthodox medicine offers very little hope, it can be reversed! His previous

fluid intake was pathetic, linked to a chronic condition in his 'sinus node'

(the electrical circuits that activate heart rhythm which even a pacemaker

didn't correct. The barrage of tests that he endured was endless, however it

seems to be all linked to insuffient fluid intake. Amazing, isn't it?

 

Blessings,

JoAnn