Chinese Herbs to Lower Creatinine Levels in the Body

Creatinine is the chemical by-product of muscular activities in the body that is eliminated by the kidneys. Creatinine build up in the body causes increased levels of creatinine, a condition that can be fatal to kidney failure patients. High levels of creatinine indicate that the kidneys are not functioning properly, and this affects its ability to clean the blood off harmful metabolic wastes and toxins.

Factors that can contribute to high levels of creatinine in the body

The following factors and practices can contribute to the buildup of creatinine in the blood.

• Dehydration – people with kidney problems may experience symptoms such as diarrhea, frequent urination and vomiting that cause dehydration. This interferes with the creatinine-water balance in the blood leading to an increase in the concentration of creatinine. The condition is offset by taking plenty of fluids to increase the fluid level in the blood.

• Medication such as ACE inhibitors and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen.

• Chemotherapy drugs.

• Strenuous exercises.

• Chronic diseases such as diabetes, thyroid disorders and high blood pressure.

• Supplementation with creatine by bodybuilders and athletes.

• Long-term high protein diets.

Symptoms of high creatinine levels

People with high levels of creatinine may experience some of the following symptoms.

• Reduced urine output

• Darkened color of urine

• Vomiting and lack of appetite

• Fatigue and shortness of breath

• Strange urinary changes such as frequent night urination.

• Edema

• Itchy skin

• Back pain or waist pain

• Low fever

• Headache

• Confusion, disorientation

Creatinine vs. Creatine Supplements for Increasing ATP

Many professional athletes and bodybuilders take creatine supplements to improve athletic and physical performance. Creatine is not the same as creatinine. Creatine comes in several different forms. Some forms are produced naturally by the body and others are formulated in labs. Creatine is the substance in the body that is responsible for the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which acts as the body's cellular "energy currency". ATP, the major building-block of energy in the body, cannot be supplemented, so athletes supplement more creatine in an effort to increase ATP levels.

When creatine is processed in the body, it produces creatinine, a highly toxic substance that must be carried out of the body by the kidneys in your urine. Athletes who are supplementing with creatine and who are consuming a high-protein diet should monitor their creatine levels and support healthy creatinine clearance.

The following natural remedies are great for assisting the body's natural creatine clearance process.

Remedies for high levels of creatinine

The remedies for high levels of creatinine are many. The efficiency and success rates of the different treatment plans vary. Several Chinese herbs have been shown to be effective in supporting healthy kidney function and healthy creatinine levels in the body. These herbs are gentle and have fewer severe side effects than many pharmaceutical medications. Apart from dealing with the issue of high levels of creatinine in the body, Chinese herbs are beneficial for many other bodily functions, and are therefore helpful for optimizing overall wellness.

Common western medication and treatment plans such as Ketosteril and dialysis have commonly been used to treat high levels of creatinine. Such treatments, in many cases, provide provide only short term relief. Chinese herbal treatment, on the other hand, is non-invasive and can offer long-term health support. The following herbs are effective for supporting proper kidney functionality and maintaining healthy kidney function.

1.     Siberian ginseng (Ci Wu Jia)

Siberian ginseng works to improve the kidney function and lower the levels of creatinine by improving renal circulation. It contains active eleutheroside compounds that revitalize the kidneys and increase the volume of urine so as to eliminate as much creatinine as possible.

2.     Dandelion (Pu Gong Ying)

Dandelion contains natural diuretic properties and the fact that creatinine is eliminated through urine makes this an effective herb for lowering creatinine levels in the body. It increases the output of the kidneys and therefore excess creatinine is eliminated as urinary waste. It also helps to relieve edema by eliminating any swelling caused by the accumulation of serum in tissue spaces.

3.      Cinnamon

Cinnamon has natural diuretic properties and this makes it effective in flushing out the harmful toxins and excess creatinine in the blood. It increase the output of the kidneys and its renal filtration capability. Cinnamon also helps to regulate the blood’s sugar level and this prevents any further renal damage.

4.       Astragalus root (Huang Qi)

Astragalus contains mild diuretic compounds known as asparagine that helps increase the output of the kidneys. This increases the rate at which toxins and excess creatinine are flushed out from the body. It aids in strengthening body metabolism and food digestion as well.

5.       Chamomile flowers

A research paper published in the “Journal of Agricultural Food Chemicals” outlined the effectiveness of chamomile in lowering the levels of creatinine in the body. In the research patients who drank chamomile herbal tea posted improved levels of creatinine than those subjected to oral western medication.

6.       Polygonum Root (He Shou Wu)

This powerful Chinese herb increases the kidney’s ability to flush out toxins and excess creatinine. It has other benefits such as regulation of blood pressure and reducing cholesterol.

7.       Epimeduim Leaf (Yin Yang Huo)

Also known as horny goat weed, Yin Yang huo helps with urinary deficiencies that are brought about by a weak kidney. It increases the strength of the kidney and its ability to handle its filtration functions.

8.      Dit Da Jow (topical pain relief liniments)

Since the use of medication such as ACE inhibitors and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen contribute to the build up of toxic creatinine levels in the body, learn to use herbal pain management instead. The effects of these topical herbal liniments are just as powerful as these medicines and many of the herbs contained in the formulas are herbs mentioned above that aid the body and the kidneys to eliminate toxins like creatinine build-up.

If you have a fresh injury (bruise, strain, or sprain with redness and swelling) or a significant case of DOMS, use Bruise Juice to rapidly reduce swelling and inflammation and reduce inflammatory pain.

If you are trying to manage pain from muscle injury, nerve damage, tendonitis, rotator cuff injuries or other significant forms of pain, use Ho Family dit da jow to kill pain and aid the body in repairing injury to the cells.

If you have arthritis or another degenerative joint condition, or if you have an old injury that just won't seem to heal, use Ancestors Advanced conditioning formula to provide concentrated nutrition to the damaged cells and powerfully relieve associated pain.

Conclusion

Chinese herbs and topical pain relief formulas are a safer and healthier alternative in dealing with high levels of creatinine and pain of injury and arthritis. Try them today and help your body maintain healthy creatinine levels.

***Please seek professional medical advise for the diagnosis or treatment of any ailment, disease or medical condition. This article is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a licensed medical professional.***

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