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6 Home Remedies to Naturally Lower Your Creatinine Levels
Elevated creatinine level signifies impaired kidney function or kidney disease. The creatinine level in the blood will rise due to poor clearance of creatinine by the kidneys.
The normal serum creatinine range is 0.6–1.1 mg/dL in women and 0.7–1.3 mg/dL in men.
1. Cut back on vigorous exercise
Exercise is usually a good thing but overdoing it may spike your creatinine levels. Since muscle metabolism produces creatinine, overusing muscle groups, talk to your doctor about how much and what type of exercise you should do. Try walking instead of running or doing yoga instead of lifting weights.
2. Don’t take supplements containing creatine
Creatine is a natural compound made in your liver. It’s transported to your muscles where it’s used for energy. Unused creatine converts into creatinine, a waste product.
In addition to its natural form, creatine is also available as an oral supplement. Some athletes use these supplements to help enhance athletic performance. Just like natural creatine, supplements containing this substance produce creatinine.
To reduce creatinine levels should not take creatine supplements.
3. Reduce your protein intake
Research shows eating large amounts of protein can increase creatinine levels, at least temporarily. People with diets very high in red meat or other protein sources, including dairy products, may have higher creatinine levels than people who eat less of those foods. If you eat lots of red meat, switch to more vegetable-based dishes.
4. Eat more fiber
One study showed significant reductions in creatinine levels in people with chronic kidney disease who increased their fiber intake. Fiber can be found in many foods, including: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes.
5. Talk to your doctor about how much fluid you should drink
Dehydration can raise creatinine levels. Fluid intake can also be an issue for some people who have kidney disease. Talk to your doctor about how much water and other fluids you should drink daily and when is best to drink them.
6. Try chitosan supplements
Chitosan (linear polysaccharide composed of randomly distributed β--linked D-glucosamine and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine) is a dietary supplement mostly used by people hoping to lose weight or reduce cholesterol. There is some research indicating that chitosan may also be effective in reducing creatinine levels in people with renal failure.
Before starting chitosan or any other dietary supplement, talk with your doctor. You’ll need to know how to take it and the appropriate dosage.
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