My Pharmacy Revised – The Wellness Way to Natural Health

  Eating fruits and vegetables provides numerous health benefits that can help prevent and manage various diseases due to their rich nutrient profiles. Here's a concise overview of their benefits in curing or mitigating diseases:   1. **Cardiovascular Diseases**:   -    - **Mechanism**: Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber, antioxidants (e.g., vitamins C and E, flavonoids), and potassium, which reduce blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and decrease inflammation.      - **Evidence**: Diets rich in fruits and vegetables, like the DASH diet, are linked to a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. For example, a 2017 meta-analysis found that higher fruit and vegetable intake reduced cardiovascular mortality by up to 20%.      - **Examples**: Leafy greens (spinach, kale), berries, and citrus fruits are particularly beneficial.   2. **Cancer**:   -    - **Mechanism**: Antioxidants and phytochemicals ...

*Introduction - Kidney stones, medically known as nephrolithiasis or renal calculi, are hard mineral and salt deposits that form in the kidneys. While conventional treatment often involves medications or even surgery, many individuals prefer managing or preventing kidney stones naturally. This article delves deep into non-medicinal methods to treat and prevent kidney stones using lifestyle changes, home remedies, hydration strategies, and dietary modifications. Understanding Kidney Stones Kidney stones form when the concentration of minerals in the urine becomes too high, leading to crystallization. These stones can vary in size and composition, with the most common types being: • Calcium stones (usually calcium oxalate) • Uric acid stones • Struvite stones • Cystine stones Symptoms may include: • Severe pain in the back, side, or lower abdomen • Pain during urination • Blood in urine • Frequent urination • Nausea and vomiting Can Kidney Stones Be Treated Naturally? Yes, in many cases...