Urinary System
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The Urinary system filters the blood and removes waste and excess water from the body, in the form of urine. The kidneys remove waste from the blood; then waste combines with water to form urine. From the kidneys, urine travels down two thin tubes (ureters) to the bladder. When the bladder is full, urine is discharged through the urethra. The kidneys, urethers, bladder and urethra make up the Urinary system. A host of problems and disorders can affect this system. These include kidney stones, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, kidney cysts and tumors, infections, water retention, incontinence and back pain. The kidneys have many functions. In addition to filtering the blood, they control the body's acid-base balance; they regulate water and electrolyte levels and eliminate waste products. When excess water is ingested, the kidneys excrete it. When water is lost (as a result of diarrhea or sweating), the kidneys conserve it. The digestion of proteins generates ammonia, a powerful toxin that the kidneys eliminate. When blood and body fluids become too acidic or too alkaline, the kidneys alter the urine acidity to restore balance. The kidneys also produce or release several hormones. These include aldosterone (affects salt and water balance), angiotensin (stimulates aldosterone production and increases sodium reabsorption), erythropoietin (stimulates the production of red blood cells) and renin (increases the reabsorption of sodium).
Indications are copious, pale urine, weak knees and ankles as well as lower back pain and brittle bones.
BENEFICIAL FOODS: watermelon, pomegranate, apples, asparagus, parsley, and green leafy vegetables
HOMEOPATHIC: Bedwetting
VITAMINS: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and B-complex
MINERALS: Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Selenium, Zinc
HERBS, PHYTONUTRIENTS and SUPPLEMENTS: Urinary Maintenance is an herbal formula that helps to maintain the body's delicate fluid, helps sanitize urinary tract and promotes urine flow Cornsilk - soothing to the urinary system, benefits kidneys and bladder Cranberry-Buchu - Protective action against bacteria in the urinary tract. Alters the bacteria population as well as deodorizing urine. Nutritionally supports the health of the urinary tract. Dandelion - anemia, liver, blood cleanser, age spots, urinary support Hydrangea - kidney stones, gallstones, gout, arthritis JP-X - bladder & kidney infections, cleanses system Juniper Berries - increases urine output without the loss of electrolytes KB-C – this Chinese formula is helpful for Chronic Kidney Weakness where Kidney activator – assists with water retention, swollen tongue, ankles, toes, fingers and puffy eyes helps to maintain proper fluid balance Kidney Drainage - relieve fluid buildup without reducing electrolytes Parsley - diuretic, leg cramps, potassium-rich, kidneys Potassium – General indications are Kidney Weakness (Cold). Copious, pale, scanty urine with fluid retention. Structural imbalances also indicated P-X supports the urinary system. Specifically supports prostate health. Urinary Maintenance - this mineral/herb formula assists Irritated/Inflamed (Hot), Burning, and scanty, dark urine. Urination produces standing foam. Other indications are “hot” feeling over kidneys and puffiness/darkness under eyes with general symptoms of heat Uva Ursi - bladder, kidney, gonorrhea, spleen, cystitis
BENEFITS OF PURE ESSENTIAL OILS Enhance herbal programs. Always let your nose guide you - select the ones you are drawn to Tonic: Sandalwood, Thyme, Bergamot and Clove Cystitis: Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Thyme, Pine Needle and Wild Oregano Diuretic: Geranium, Pink Grapefruit, Pine Needle and Patchouli
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