What is creatinine? Creatinine is a by-product of the filtration of the blood.

This is a nitrous acid is produced by the kidneys and is stored in muscle cells. The liver and the pancreas aid the kidneys in the synthesis of creatinine. At any point in time, our body has a healthy level of 120 grams of creatinine, of which, we expend about 2 gm every day. The extra creatinine is filtered by the kidneys and expelled from the body through the urine.If a there is more creatinine that the normal range in a body, it is because the kidneys are malfunctioning and are unable to filter the creatinine out. Kidneys stones can often cause the creatinine levels to rise. These kidney stones in the kidneys are extremely painful. They may even eventually cause injuries. If the kidney stones move around in the kidneys, they can cause rupturing of the kidneys membranes and you may see blood in the urine. Kidneys and stones do not go well together. Kidneys are a very important organ in the body, and it is important to ensure that you keep them healthy. A urinary tract infection may also cause higher levels of creatinine. Kidney diseases can also cause high levels of creatinine in the blood. When the urine protein creatinine ratio goes higher than the normal range, it can trigger the kidneys to begin failing. The protein creatinine ratio is very important, and therefore, doctors often monitor these levels in patients who have the potential of kidney failure. Doctors use a creatinine clearance calculator that helps in determining if the creatinine levels in a person are normal or not. However, the creatinine clearance test is not always the most accurate way to determine the amount of creatinine that is being synthesized in the body and excreted out of it. Yet, this is the best method of determine the creatinine levels in blood and urine. It is normal for athletes and older people to have higher levels of creatinine in their bodies because their muscle mass continues to fluctuate. However, this changing and often rather high amount of blood creatinine increases the risk of disease of the kidneys. To determine the creatinine levels in blood, serum creatinineis considered. The creatinine test checks for various different things in the body, such as the creatinine kinase ratio, albumin creatinine ratio, microalbumin creatinine ratio,and the ratio of other kinds of proteins and creatinine. These can help in determining whether there is any damage to the kidneys, and if there is damage, to what extent. Elevated creatinine levels may sometimes be the effect of certain medications, and therefore, the doctor will first take the detailed medical history of a patient before diagnosing further. If it is the medications that are causing the elevation in the creatinine levels, the medications may be changed to prevent kidney damage. How to lower creatinine levels? Before the doctors can attempt to regularize or lower the creatinine serum levels, it is important to first find out what is causing the increase. The problem of elevated creatinine levels can be cured only when the cause of such elevated levels is identified. Kidney stones and uterine tract infections are usually the most common causes of increased creatinine levels. Other than these, diabetes, high and prolonged dosages of antibiotics, high blood pressure, and over consumption of red meats are also associated with high levels of creatinine. If certain medications are causing the increase in creatinine levels, the best way to deal with it is by lowering the medication dosages. Taking good care of your kidneys by drinking lots of fluids, regularly exercising, and consuming lots of roughage can also help keep creatinine levels in check. A good diet that helps in regular detoxification of the blood can also help to take some load off the kidneys. If your kidneys are weak, avoid consuming caffeine, sugary foods, dairy products, red meats, alcoholic beverages, processed foods, and other fatty foods. This allows your kidneys to work more efficiently. There are certain herbs like dandelion and ginseng that act as diuretics and aid the kidneys in their function. Aloe vera juice can help regulate blood pressure and may also help in keeping the blood sugar levels low. A teaspoon of the juice of fresh basil leaves along with a spoon of honey can also help clear your stomach of toxins, allowing your body to be healthier. Cinnamon mixed in water or spring hog weed powder mixed with water can also help improve overall kidney function and can help lower creatinine levels. Regular exercise and healthy diet

can help keep blood sugar in control this also aids in controlling the creatinine levels of the blood. When you are shopping for groceries and food items, make sure you buy foods that are low in the glycemic index. When buying packaged foods, read the labels carefully to avoid transfats and foods with a high glycemic index. Avoid processed foods as much as you possibly can. This will cause lower stress on your kidneys. You should also drink lots of fluids, especially water. If you are on hemodialysis, a diet that is rich in proteins is recommended. Cheese, eggs, meat, fish, nuts and other similar proteins are excellent for those who have been on dialysis. The amount of salt, potassium, and phosphates in the diet should be lowered drastically to allow the kidneys to function normally. There are several people who may prefer alternative therapies to help bring down the blood creatinine levels. However, since high levels of creatinine can cause significant damage to the renal system, it is best if you get medical assistance as soon as possible. Any home remedies that you may wish to use should be used only as complementary to the medications prescribed by the doctor and only after discussing with the attending doctor. In order to prevent significant kidney damage, it is best to take good care of your health, exercise regularly, and consume a nutrient rich balanced diet. Creatine is the nitrogenous acid produced in the kidneys, liver and pancreas and stored in the muscle cells. This acid in our body gives energy to the muscles cells and provides explosive movements to the muscles. All of us have about 120 gm creatine in our bodies and we spend up to 2 gm each day. If there is any extra creatine in the body, it gets flushed out of the system through urine by the kidneys. The normal range of creatinine in women is 0. 5 to 1.0 mg/dl and 0.7 to 1.2 mg/dl in men. If the creatinine level in a person is above the normal range, his kidneys will malfunction. So, it is important to maintain the levels of creatinine. How To Regularize Creatinine Level To regularize the creatinine levels, it is first important to know what is causing the increase. It is when you address that problem that the problem of high creatinine level will be cured. The common causes of high creatinien levels are kidney stones, UTI, diabetes, high blood pressure, a constant consumption of antibiotics, side effects of certain medicines, and over consumption of red meat. Improving the condition of the kidneys, keeping the blood pressure in check, and lowering blood sugar levels are the main ways of controlling creatinine levels. Dehydration is one of the factors that shoot up the creatinine level. Make sure to drink lots of water and other fluids everyday to flush the creatinine out and keep the kidneys in a good state. To treat and prevent high blood pressure and diabetes, one needs to reduce the daily caloric intake and increase physical activity. You increase the consumption of some food products that are beneficial in keeping kidneys working well. These include lettuce, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, sprouts, radish, cucumber and turnips. Consuming a glass of cranberry juice on a daily basis also keeps the kidneys healthy and treats UTI. One must also avoid consuming dairy products, alcoholic beverages, red meat, caffeine, white flour, sugary food, and other fattening food that result in slowing down of kidneys functioning. Herbs like Siberian ginseng, dandelion and cinnamon are also effective in lowering creatinine levels. Drinking aloe vera juice also has many health benefits like controlling blood pressure and blood sugar levels and improving the function of the kidneys. Holy basil is also effective in strengthening the kidneys. You can take a teaspoon of basil juice and honey each and consume it every morning on an empty stomach for a few months.

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