Lemon juice and hibiscus for kidney stone care
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether adding fresh lemon juice and a drink called Roselle (hibiscus) to your regular care can help manage kidney stones. You will also learn about diet through an educational program, and the study will check if these changes improve your stone-related health markers.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with kidney stones.
- You are willing to follow the study plan and give your permission.
- You are not currently taking lemon juice, hibiscus, or other herbal treatments for kidney stones.
- You do not have severe stomach or bowel problems, or metabolic conditions like gout or high calcium that could interfere with the diet.
- You do not have serious health issues such as advanced kidney disease, cancer, or severe heart problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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