The Amish insist gallons of homemade apple cider and olive oil can cause a kidney stone to pass. Myself, personally... I got rid of a large stone by diluging (sp?) my body with Mallow root tea. I purchased the leaves at a healthfood store, and brewed the tea strong. Added some honey. I drank it hourly, hot, cold, for several days. I am convinced this is what worked and the doctor's were in awe, because the cat scan verified it was gone, when surgery was my only option. It was extremely painful, when it moved. I'm sure the mallow dissolved this stone. I also caused some growths to dissolve with purple clover, that grows on our land. Mint tea can help with the nausea. Also, certain parts of the foot and a spot below the knee cap when massaged will alleviate kidney pain. Blessings and be well.