Kidney stones are calcium compound stones, usually oxalate or phosphate compounds of calcium or struvite stones, composed of magnesium and ammonium phosphates or uric acid stones or cystine stones. Over 90% of stones are calcium based and rest is uric acid. One of the leading factors responsible for formation of stones is inadequate intake of water or dehydration. Urine comprises of water and salts. When the fluid or water intake is less, these salts crystallize and form stones. Anyone can have kidney stones. It is primarily found in men and is being diagnosed among women too. Individuals of previous history of stones are likely to develop them again. There will be severe pain in the back or flank or groin, depending on the location of the stone in the ureter.
Endorphins are the chemicals present in brain that have a ‘feel good’ effect. These are natural opiates produced in the brain that have an analgesic effect on the human body. In fact, when the endorphin levels are raised in the blood stream it creates a feeling of ‘feel good’. When these hormones are produced in the body they have a natural health benefit – they reduce stress, help in tolerating pain, boost the immune system, delay ageing process and help fight food cravings. They are produced in the body by various activities such as exercise, meditation, laughter and eating some foods such as chocolates and Chilli Peppers.
The plump red seeds of pomegranate are rich in poly-phenols, which are antioxidants. They also contain lots of Vitamin C and potassium. The recent research has shown that pomegranate can lower the blood pressure by 5% in people with hypertension and lessen damage by LDL cholesterol on artery walls. Recent study also shows that one cup of pomegranate juice a day for three months improved blood floe to the heart in people with coronary heart disease.
Cranberry juice gives teeth a non-stick surface to repel bacteria and prevent decay. Research shows that cranberries contain a compound which stops bacteria that creates cavities by sticking to the teeth. The juice has long been used for treating infections of urinary tract. Cranberry is active against the damaging effects of the streptococcus mutant bacteria, which causes dental caries.
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