1. Chanca Piedra

A South American herb called Chanca Piedra is given the name “stone breaker” because it is believed to treat kidney stones. Having been used for centuries due to its medicinal properties, there are claims that it can relax the urethra, clear out stone fragments, and help in weeding out excess calcium (as calcium oxalate stones are the most common type of kidney stones).

Clinical trials have also proven the effectiveness of the herb, although the exact ways in which it works have yet to be determined. Generally considered safe to digest, chanca piedra is most commonly taken in the form of a tea.