Kidney Stones
Urinary
Vata drying urinary channels causing crystallization of minerals into stones.
Affects millions globally · Urinary condition · Ashtanga Hridayam
Root dosha
Vata
Why lifestyle matters
Root causes: (1) Vata drying mutravaha srotas (urinary channels) causing mineral concentration (2) Insufficient water intake — increases urine concentration (3) Excess calcium or oxalate-rich foods
Daily habits
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Daily Practice 1
Drink minimum 3 liters water daily — most important kidney stone prevention
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Daily Practice 2
Never suppress urination urge — primary cause of vata in mutravaha srotas
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Daily Practice 3
Exercise daily — movement prevents urinary stasis
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Daily Practice 4
Warm, humid climate preferred — dry, cold aggravates vata in kidneys
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Daily Practice 5
Jump gently on heels after drinking water — vibration can dislodge small stones