NatureMed Pulse

The Institute for Natural Medicine

Vol. 2, Issue 46

Kidneys Unfiltered

Your kidneys are always at work, filtering waste, balancing fluids, and helping your body self-regulate. When they’re under stress, the effects are hard to miss. From the piercing pain of kidney stones to the joint aches of a gout flare, renal health has a bigger influence on day-to-day wellness than you might realize.

Stone Cold Relief: Natural Kidney Stone Remedies That Actually Work

Let’s be frank: passing a kidney stone is an experience on par with some of the most painful imaginable. Rather than simply enduring the agony, however, natural approaches focus on gentler passage. One time-tested option is chanca piedra, a South American herb known as the “stone breaker.”

On the prevention side, renal health expert Jenna Henderson, ND, gets straight to the benefits of hydration. One of the biggest protective factors against kidney stones is drinking enough water. While it seems almost too simple to be true, this small change could cut the risk of recurrent stones by more than half.

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UTI relief

kidney health supplements

What to Eat with Cushing’s Syndrome

When the body’s stress hormone goes haywire, Cushing’s syndrome may be the reason. Cortisol is essential for numerous biological functions, but too much (whether from medical conditions, adrenal tumors, or steroid treatment) can lead to serious health issues.

Food makes a difference. Low-carb and ketogenic diets that calm inflammation may help with weight control and energy. On the flip side, excessive salt, alcohol, and caffeine can disrupt the nervous system and HPA axis by fueling inflammation and spiking cortisol.

managing type 2 diabetes

boosting your metabolism ​

Why Is Gout So Painful? And How Do Purines Trigger Flare-Ups?

Gout is the most prevalent type of inflammatory arthritis, affecting roughly 10 million people in the United States alone. The intense pain stems from needle-like uric acid crystals that form during the breakdown of purine. Purines are naturally produced by the body and found in especially high amounts in organ meats, shellfish, and beer.

Although flares can be excruciating at times, gout is still one of the most manageable kinds of arthritis. Committing to certain dietary changes could even eliminate the condition entirely.

when arthritis pain strikes

natural bursitis remedies

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In good health,

The NatureMed Pulse Team

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