Corn Silk

Summary

Gentle diuretic and kidney tonic that specifically supports urinary tract health, reducing inflammation and promoting urine flow.

Indications

• urinary tract infection
• fluid retention
• kidney issues
• bladder issues
• edema

Contraindications

• pregnancy
• diabetes medications

Preparations

• herb
• tea
• capsule
• tincture

Body Systems Affected

• urinary
• renal
• circulatory

Treats These Ailments

Conditions listed as treatable by this remedy:

• Edema, Fluid Retention
  Excess fluid accumulation in tissues causing swelling, typically in legs, ankles, or abdomen. Can be caused by heart conditions, kidney dysfunction, liver disease, or medication side effects.
• Bladder Issues
  Bladder dysfunction including urinary retention, urgency, and discomfort, often linked to fluid imbalance and tissue salt deficiencies.
• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  Infection anywhere in the urinary tract, most commonly in women. Characterized by burning pain during urination and frequent urges.
• Kidney Issues
  Kidney dysfunction affecting fluid balance and waste filtration, leading to fluid retention, edema, and metabolic imbalances.
• Chronic Kidney Disease
  Progressive kidney dysfunction that can lead to kidney failure, requiring dialysis or transplantation. Often causes severe edema and electrolyte imbalances.
• Kidney & Bladder Health
  Comprehensive kidney and bladder health covering urinary tract infections, bladder dysfunction, kidney stones, and related conditions affecting fluid balance and toxin removal.
• UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)
  Infection in any part of the urinary system, commonly affecting the bladder and urethra. Characterized by burning pain, urgency, and frequent urination.
• Kidney Stones
  Hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys and can cause severe pain when passing through the urinary tract.

Sources

• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3119310/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4493112/