Just Ask Terry

Terry is happy to provide his opinion on diet and nutrition, supplements and lifestyle choices. This information is for educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace the advice of your physician and is not to be considered medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Should you have any concerns please contact your physician directly.

Dear Terry, “I continue to pass kidney stones and nothing that I get from the doctor seems to work. Is there anything in the alternative medicine field that can help me?” Janice S, Tulsa OK Dear Janice: I cannot direct you to any clinical study that would convince you of the following recommendations, but I have heard from many people like yourself, and have personally observed dozens of people who formerly dealt with kidney stones, who are now completely free from forming stones by using a combination of magnesium and B-6. I would recommend 50-100 mg of B-6 daily and 200-400 mgs of magnesium. If you experience loose stools, the level of magnesium is too high. Reduce the dosage of magnesium to a level that will not cause diarrhea. Magnesium is hygroscopic and therefore causes an increase of fluid in the colon. For some people this may be a blessing as so many people are constipated and are forced to use harsh laxatives.