Ingredients: Buchu, Bearberry (Uva-ursi), Juniper Berries, Marshmallow Root, Dandelion Leaf, Horsetail, Cranberry Extract
Who It’s For
Adults seeking kidney and urinary tract health, extra support for recurrent cystitis or urethritis discomforts, urinary frequency or urgency, mild fluid retention, and daily urinary comfort, alongside high hydration, regular voiding, and clinical guidance where necessary.
Health Benefits Summary
KidneyPro supports clean, comfortable urinary function by combining gentle urinary antimicrobials, soothing demulcents, and mild diuretics that help flush the urinary tract. It helps reduce irritation, supports bladder comfort, promotes steady urine flow, and aids the body’s natural clearance of solutes and waste, contributing to less water retention and fresher overall well-being. With sustained hydration and healthy habits, KidneyPro promotes renal wellness, balanced fluid dynamics, and resilient urinary comfort.
Detailed Health Benefits
• UTI Defence & Urinary Comfort
How it Helps: Eases burning/urgency and supports comfort in uncomplicated, early urinary irritation.
How it Works: Polyphenols and urinary phenolics help inhibit bacterial adhesion/viability, while flushing diuretics dilute and clear irritants from the tract.
• Fluid Balance & Mild Diuresis
How it Helps: Reduces “puffy” water retention and encourages steady urine output.
How it Works: Potassium-friendly leaf diuretics and aquaretic herbs promote gentle fluid excretion without harsh electrolyte shifts (see Warnings).
• Mucosal Soothing (Urethra/Bladder)
How it Helps: Calms stinging and post-void discomfort; supports a more comfortable stream.
How it Works: High-mucilage demulcents form a protective layer over irritated mucosa, buffering friction and acidity.
• Stone-Care Support (Flush & Maintenance)
How it Helps: Aids urinary flushing and routine maintenance alongside high fluid intake to reduce stagnation.
How it Works: Diuretic flow and anti-adhesion polyphenols assist removal of debris and bacteria; evidence for stone “dissolution” is limited, hydration and clinician care remain primary.
• Immune & Inflammatory Balance
How it Helps: Supports a measured immune response in the urinary tract.
How it Works: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory constituents help moderate local cytokine signalling and oxidative stress.
Key Ingredients – Evidence-Based Actions
• Buchu (Agathosma betulina/crenulata)
How it Helps: Traditional South-African urinary antiseptic/diuretic supporting kidney, bladder and urethral comfort.
Why it Works: Essential-oil constituents and flavonoids exhibit antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, with a long history of use in UT wellness.
Research: Comprehensive review of ethnomedicine, chemistry, bioactivity, and safety. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8859318/
• Bearberry / Uva-ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi; arbutin)
How it Helps: Short-course support in acute, uncomplicated cystitis (adult women), used traditionally to reduce symptoms and antibiotic need.
Why it Works: Urinary arbutin → hydroquinone derivatives exert antimicrobial effects in alkaline urine.
Research: 2022 trial protocol & analysis on bearberry vs standard therapy in acute cystitis (non-inferiority framework). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9234905/ ; trial registry https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05055544
• Juniper Berries (Juniperus communis)
How it Helps: Traditional aquaretic/diuretic agents aid urinary flow and dilute irritants (short-term).
Why it Works: Volatile oils may increase renal blood flow and urine volume; evidence is mainly traditional, with safety caveats.
Research / Safety overview: General monograph summarising uses and cautions (avoid in pregnancy/kidney disease; short-term only). https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-724/juniper
• Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis)
How it Helps: Demulcent relief for urethral/bladder irritation and GI co-symptoms (heartburn).
Why it Works: Mucilage coats the mucosa, improving comfort and barrier function.
Research: EMA/HMPC assessment & monograph recognising demulcent indications. https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/herbal/althaeae-radix; PDF assessment report https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-althaea-officinalis-l-radix_en.pdf
• Dandelion Leaf (Taraxacum officinale folia)
How it Helps: Mild diuretic—supports fluid balance and urinary throughput; nutritive potassium content is a plus.
Why it Works: Sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids, and minerals promote aquaresis.
Research: A first-in-human pilot study showed an increase in urinary frequency/volume with the leaf extract. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3155102/ ; PubMed entry https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19678785/
• Horsetail (Equisetum arvense)
How it Helps: Traditional diuretic aids urinary flushing; often used in UT blends.
Why it Works: Flavonoids/silicates support aquaresis; modern extracts show no thiaminase activity; use short-term with monitoring.
Research: EMA assessment report on E. arvense (quality/safety). https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-equisetum-arvense-l-herba_en.pdf; RCT (healthy adults) showing diuretic effect comparable to HCTZ. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/261604692_Randomized_Double-Blind_Clinical_Trial_to_Assess_the_Acute_Diuretic_Effect_of_Equisetum_arvense_Field_Horsetail_in_Healthy_Volunteers; safety review. https://phcogrev.com/sites/default/files/PharmacognRev-13-26-50.pdf
• Cranberry Extract (standardised PACs)
How it Helps: Prevents recurrent UTIs in susceptible groups by blocking E. coli adhesion to the urothelium; supportive in bladder-care maintenance (not a treatment).
Why it Works: A-type proanthocyanidins (PACs) inhibit P-fimbriae adhesion.
Research: 2023 Cochrane review—cranberry reduces recurrent UTI risk in women with previous UTIs and other high-risk groups. https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD001321.pub6/full; 2024 review summarising meta-analytic findings and dose/form considerations. https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2024.1422121/full
Dosage Guidelines
• Prevention (daily urinary comfort): 1 capsule with breakfast + ≥ 2 L water/day.
• Maintenance (higher-risk periods): 1 capsule twice daily (morning & late afternoon).
• Therapeutic (short course; 7–14 days): 2 capsules morning + 1 capsule evening, then reduce to Maintenance; seek medical care for fever, flank pain, visible blood, or symptoms >48–72 hours.
Tips: Prioritise hydration, regular voiding (avoid holding urine), consider vitamin C-rich foods (unless contraindicated), and maintain good hygiene measures. For recurrent UTIs, discuss culture-guided strategies with a clinician.
Warnings & Interactions
• Pregnancy & breastfeeding: Avoid (particularly uva-ursi, juniper, buchu, horsetail) unless your clinician recommends a specific product and course.
• Kidney disease/history of stones: Use caution with diuretics and mineral-rich herbs; clinician guidance required.
• Bearberry (uva-ursi): Short-term only (generally ≤5–7 days per course; limited repeats per year) due to hydroquinone concerns; avoid if G6PD-deficient or on hepatotoxic meds.
• Juniper: Short-term only; avoid in pregnancy, active kidney disease, or if you have uncontrolled hypertension.
• Cranberry: May interact with warfarin in some reports—monitor INR with your clinician.
• Diuretics/Antihypertensives/Lithium: Additive diuresis possible—monitor blood pressure, electrolytes, and lithium levels as appropriate.
• Medication timing: Demulcents and high-fibre herbs can affect absorption—separate by ≥2 hours from prescription meds.
• Allergy: Avoid if allergic to any listed plants.
• Not for children. Stop use if adverse reactions occur.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Natural herbal supplement for general well-being.
Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Statements reflect traditional use and general wellness support and have not been evaluated by SAHPRA.
Consult a healthcare professional before use—especially if pregnant/breastfeeding; with kidney disease, stones, or recurrent UTIs; on anticoagulants, diuretics, antihypertensives, or lithium; or if symptoms persist or worsen.
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