According to NHS Choices, kidney infection happens when bacteria infects your kidneys. The bacteria are usually a type called E. coli, which live in your bowel.

Women and children are most at risk of developing a kidney infection. Symptoms include: high temperature of 38 ºC (100.4ºF) or above, diarrhea, nausea, uncontrollable shivering and back pain.

If not treated in time, kidney infection can lead to serious complications and permanently damage your kidneys.

GET RID OF KIDNEY INFECTION WITH THESE NATURAL REMEDIES

PARSLEY FOR KIDNEY INFECTION

Parsley is a proven diuretic used by medical herbalists to treat kidney and bladder issues. Due to its diuretic effects, parsley can assist in flushing toxins out of your system. It is also ant-viral which helps cure infection too.

Method 1: Chop the parsley finely. Add 1 tablespoon of crushed fresh parsley or dried parsley to a cup of boiling water. Steep for 5 minutes. Let it cool and then strain it. Drink this remedy twice a day for a couple of weeks to combat a kidney infection.

Method 2: You can also mix ¼ cup of parsley juice, ½ cup of water and a little honey and lemon juice. Drink it 2 times daily for 1 to 2 weeks.

Note: It is advisable to consult your doctor before using this herb as it may interfere with certain medications.

UVA URSI

Uva ursi is particularly beneficial for infections caused by E. coli, a bacterium found in the intestines causing bladder and kidney infections.

Add 1 tbsp. of uva ursi leaves in two cups of water. Simmer the mixture for about 30-40 minutes till when it is reduced to one cup. Drink half cup of this tea twice a day.

Note: If you decide to use this herb for your kidney diseases, consult a herbalist as it is indicated only for chronic conditions and is not meant to be used for longer periods. Pregnant women should avoid taking uva ursi herb.

SAGE AND PEPPERMINT TEA

Sage contains some oils that have therapeutic properties like anti-septic, astringent and other relaxing effects that help to clear harmful toxins and other impurities from the kidney.

• Pour 2 cups hot water over 1 tablespoon of sage and 1 tablespoon of peppermint leaves.
• Leave to cool for a few minutes. Strain.
• Drink 2-3 cups of sage-peppermint tea daily for at least 3 months to treat your kidney infection even if the pain subsides in the first few days.

Don’t forget to drink plenty of fluids.

Note: Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms that worry you. Also make an appointment if you’re being treated for a urinary tract infection but your signs and symptoms aren’t improving.

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