What it is
Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) is an Ayurvedic herb utilized for its properties supporting kidney and urinary tract health. It is traditionally used to help break down and eliminate kidney stones and improve urinary flow.
Supplement · Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health
Varuna (Crataeva nurvala)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Varuna acts as a diuretic, increasing urine output to help flush the urinary system. Its litholytic properties aid in the dissolution of kidney stones, while its hepatoprotective effects support liver function in detoxification and elimination processes.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results with Varuna?
Effects on urinary markers and stone reduction can typically be observed within 4-8 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Varuna be taken with other supplements?
Varuna can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a clinician if you are on prescription medications affecting similar pathways.
What are the common side effects of Varuna?
Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses. Mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when first starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Varuna (Crataeva nurvala)
Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) is a kidney, bladder & urinary health supplement used to support liver detoxification and elimination. Three-leaf-caper bark for stones and urinary flow. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a ayurveda-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination. Three-leaf-caper bark for stones and urinary flow. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health category, Varuna (Crataeva nurvala) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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