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Does pomegrenate juice prove to be effective in dissolving kidney stones? if yes, what makes it effective?

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Unknown: More importantly, are your stones being treated for potential complications, location and size? See a Urologist if they are symptomatic. Ask your medical physician for ways to prevent future stones. Hydration is always important. The pH of your body is affected by Kidney health, as much as the pH of the fluids you drink.

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not so much: Pomegranate juice does contain citric acid, which helps prevent growth of stones. Though, it's in lower concentration than other citrus juice like lemonade. It basically prevents further deposition of material on presently existing stones. But compared to lemonade, it's unclear how effective pomegranate juice is.

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Less oxuria: It is believed that pomegranate juice reduces oxalate in the urine reducing the formation of calcium-oxalate stones

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Dr. Richard Amerling answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No: Pomegranate juice has no effect on kidney stones. There are dietary treatments but need to know chemical constitution of urine, which can readily be measured.

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Dr. James Rochester answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: But it can help prevent them. Studies have shown is can lower oxalate levels in the urine, which is a common reason why some people form kidney stones. So while it cannot help dissolve a stone that is already there, it can help prevent them. Hope this helps. Best of luck. Dr R

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