What is Creatinine?
Creatinine is a waste product produced during the contraction of muscles in the body. Our kidneys filter out this waste product during filtration. A high creatinine level in the body implies that the functioning of your kidneys has dipped. The creatinine range is 0.6 to 1.3 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) for healthy men and 0.5 to 1.1 mg/dL for healthy women.
Causes
- Kidney damage
- Kidney infections
- An inconsistent blood flow toward the kidneys
- Dehydration
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Consuming medicines like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- A higher consumption of animal-based protein
- Certain muscle disorders like Rhabdomyolysis
- Urinary Tract Obstructions like renal stones
Symptoms
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Changes in urination pattern
- High blood pressure
- Muscle cramps and chest pain
- Concentration issues
- Back pain
- Edema or swelling of the feet and ankles
Creatinine Treatment in Ayurveda
Ayurveda is quite effective in reducing creatinine levels in the body. Ayurvedic treatment for high creatinine levels makes use of the following herbs:
- Gokshura: Gokshura promotes a normal flow of urine from the body, which helps in reducing the concentration of creatinine in the body.
- Chamomile Tea: Chamomile tea’s rich antioxidant properties avoid renal infections and improve overall renal health.
- Punarnava: Punarnava has rejuvenating properties and helps in regenerating kidney tissues. This Ayurvedic herb has also shown promising results in keeping a tab on rising creatinine levels in the body.
- Siberian Ginseng: Siberian Ginseng promotes smoother renal circulation in the body and aids in the normal functioning of the body. However, you must consult with your doctor before consuming any herb or medicine to improve your renal functions.
In addition to the herbs mentioned above, incorporating lifestyle modifications also helps in assisting with the overall reduction of creatinine levels in the body. Some of the most effective home remedies for controlling creatinine levels are:
- Consume less protein, as a high-protein diet results in a higher production of creatinine in the body. Meat, fish, etc. are quite high in protein; moderate their consumption.
- Include Omega-3 fatty acids in your daily diet.
- Avoid Smoking and Drinking. These habits harm your renal health and damage liver tissues too. Excessive consumption of alcohol also results in cardiovascular ailments like heart attack, blockage of the arteries, etc.
- Exercise regularly to manage weight. However, avoid high-impact exercises like weight training in the beginning. Being with lightweight exercises like swimming, mild jogging, etc.
- Hydrate yourself well to improve renal functions. 8-10 glasses of water every day is adequate. Herbal teas are also effective in replenishing hydration needs.
- Include more vitamin C-rich food items in your daily diet.
- Meditate regularly to manage your stress. Deep-breathing exercises are also effective in managing stress well.
- A fiber-rich diet should be consumed so that your renal health sees an uptick.
- Berries like blueberries, cranberries, etc. are effective in improving renal functions, as their high antioxidant concentration reduces oxidative stress in the ayurvedic kidney treatment.
A high creatinine level is worrying, however, with apt measures and precautions, you can easily control your creatinine levels. Ayurveda provides effective ways through which you can manage the creatinine levels. However, it is always a good idea to consult with your doctor before taking any step to control your creatinine.
