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. 2024 Oct 21;16(10):e71990. doi: 10.7759/cureus.71990

Table 2. Frequency of barley and parsley use in management of renal stones in Hail, Saudi Arabia.

Barley and parsley use N %
Have you used barley to treat or prevent kidney stones?
Yes 162 41.0
No 233 59.0
If yes, how did you find the effect of barley in kidney stones? (N=162)
Very effective 71 43.8
Somewhat effective 86 53.1
Not effective 5 3.1
Have you used parsley to treat or prevent kidney stones?
Yes 176 44.6
No 219 55.4
If yes, how did you find the effect of parsley in kidney stones? (N=176)
Very effective 95 54.0
Somewhat effective 71 40.3
Not effective 10 5.7
Have you experienced any side effects or complications from using barley, parsley, or other home remedies for kidney stones? (N=219)
Yes 18 8.2
No 201 91.8
Have you ever used any other home remedies to prevent kidney stones?
Yes 87 22.0
No 308 78.0