Evidence supporting the use of: Flower Pollen
For the health condition: Kidney Stones
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Flower pollen, also known as bee pollen or pollen extract, has a long history of use in traditional and folk medicine for various urinary tract conditions, including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and general urinary health. However, its use specifically for kidney stones is primarily based on traditional practices rather than robust scientific evidence. In traditional Chinese medicine and some European herbal traditions, flower pollen preparations have been used to "support kidney function" or help with urinary tract discomfort, but direct references to kidney stone treatment are rare and anecdotal.
From a scientific standpoint, there are very limited studies examining the effects of flower pollen on kidney stones. Most research on flower pollen focuses on its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which could theoretically provide some benefit in reducing urinary tract irritation. However, there is no clinical evidence demonstrating that flower pollen can dissolve kidney stones, prevent their formation, or significantly aid in their passage. Systematic reviews and major urological guidelines do not mention flower pollen as a recommended or evidence-based therapy for nephrolithiasis (kidney stones).
In summary, the use of flower pollen for kidney stones is rooted in tradition, with a lack of substantial scientific validation. Individuals seeking treatment for kidney stones should rely on therapies with proven efficacy and consult healthcare professionals for appropriate management.
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asparagus
barley
black cumin
radish
celery
citric acid
cucumber
dandelion
melon
gokhru
gooseberry
heartwood
hibiscus
horsetail
Indian gum arabic tree
marshmallow
moringa
nettle
orange
potassium
pumpkin
quail egg
rehmannia glutinosa
vitamin B6
watercress
watermelon
mulberry
smilax
goldenrod
root tuber
juniper berries
cistanche
dioscorea
lotus seed
cornsilk
birch
couch grass
sheep's sorrel
hydrangea
cleavers
peach
amaranth
gravel root
soursop
Apple Cider Vinegar
Achyranthes
Aerva lanata
Asam gelugor
Adzuki bean
Alisma
Bermuda Grass
Bicarbonate
Blepharis
Bayleaf
Bean
Black Gram
Banyan
Borassus Palm
Baobab
Bergenia
Cucurbita
Cactus
Chinese Pond Turtle
Chanca Piedra
Coconut Water
Chinese Ligustrum berry
Chaenomeles lagenaria
Chestnut
Colocynth
Currant
eggplant
Euryale seed
Elephant's Head
Fenuside
Garden Cress
Phosphate Salt
Prickly Pear Cactus
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Squash
Other health conditions supported by Flower Pollen
ArthritisBenign Prostate Hyperplasia
Cholesterol (high)
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Infertility
Inflammation
Kidney Stones
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Nervous Exhaustion
Prostatitis
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores