Creatinine is the chemical waste produced by the muscle movement in the body. It is a by-product of metabolic activities produced at a rate of 2% every day. The elevated levels can be highly dangerous for the well-being of the human body. The elevated levels should be treated at the right time or else you should be ready to bear consequences. There are treatments available to lower creatinine level with Ayurveda. In Ayurveda, all the natural products are used as herbs, shrubs, spices, and oils. Yes! Oils help reduce the creatinine level.
With oils, we mean essential oils and selected cooking oils. The essential oils are derived by the method of cold pressing that is completely natural and safe. These oils are easy to use in reducing the creatinine level naturally. Essential oils are obtained from the extracts of various plants and their flowers. Each plant carries a different aroma and feature. These oils are used to cure diseases and infections for ages. But essential oils gained popularity for their aromatic features the most. With this blog, you will be taking away some great facts and knowledge about the oils to reduce creatinine levels.
There are certain factors responsible for the elevated creatinine levels; such as:
• Lack of fluids and water in your body
• You are spending too much time while exercising
• Your body is not allowing for the weight lifting but still, you are doing it.
• There may be the maximum chances of having kidney diseases
• Thyroid
• You are consuming a lot of drugs and alcohol
• Blood loss in a large amount
• Low blood pressure
Our body indicates the elevated levels of creatinine in a way or ways. These ways are commonly known as symptoms.
Following are the common symptoms of creatinine level:
• Short of breath
• Urination problems
• Itchy & dry skin
• Edema
• Fatigue
• Alzheimer
• Sleeping disorders
High creatinine levels are the results of being `too energetic’. Following is the list of essential oils that help in reducing the creatinine level:
• German chamomile oil
• Basil oil
• Jasmine oil
German Chamomile: Loaded with anti-oxidant properties, it is competent to put out the radicals and prevent the causes of inflammation in the human body. It is the most effective essential oil to lower high creatinine level and preventing the formation of cancerous cells.
Basil Oil: Basil is popularly known as Tulsi in India. It is a sentimental herb and is considered as the elixir of life. Basil oil is derived as same as other essential oils are derived. This oil is a proven Ayurvedic treatment to cure diabetes, renal colic, diarrhea, numbness, high creatinine, insomnia, etc.
Jasmine Oil: Popularly known as the mogra oil, jasmine oil has been used as a therapeutic oil to cure high blood pressure, kidney diseases & infections, insomnia, stress, high creatinine levels, etc.
How to use these essential oils to high creatinine levels?
There are three ways to use essential oils in bringing down the increased creatinine levels:
Apply: Put a few drops of essential oil of your choice and rub it against the kidney area.
Inhale: Mix water and essential oil of your choice in a 3:1 ratio in a diffuser and inhale the steam generated by the diffuser.
Inoculate: It is STRICTLY advised to take by or under the proper guidance of a certified nephrologist only.
Cooking oils are the oils that we use to cook our food. These are the oils derived from the plants by extracting the seeds and flowers. Following is the list of cooking oils that help reduce the creatinine level:
Olive oil:Olive oil is derived from the whole olives. It helps control the high cholesterol level and reduces the chances of heart diseases and creatinine levels. The nutritional value of olive oil is as follows (per tablespoon):
• Sodium: <1 mg
• Potassium: <1 mg
• Phosphorus: 0mg
It can be consumed in cooking vegetables, salad dressing and messaging.
Canola Oil: Canola oil is the health-friendly oil derived from the seeds of the rape plant. It is phosphorus-free, potassium free and a heart health booster. We need Omega-3 to maintain the balance of wastes and chemicals in the body. Canola oil is a great source of Omega-3 and that is why it is termed as the kidney and heart-friendly oil. The nutritional value of olive oil is as follows (per tablespoon):
• Sodium: <1 mg
• Potassium: <1 mg
• Phosphorus: 0mg
It can be consumed in cooking vegetables, salad dressing and messaging.
So these were the oils that help in reducing the creatinine level naturally. There are other methods as well provided by Karma Ayurveda to lower the creatinine levels naturally.
Other methods to lower high creatinine levels are:
• Drink cranberry juice
• Eat fresh fruits & vegetables
• Avoid junk food
• Avoid foods that are rich in protein
• Eat cucumber, apples, mangoes, bananas, etc.
• Drink plenty of water
• Avoid frozen & canned foods
• Avoid spicy & oily foods
• Eat vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, bottle guard, cauliflower, etc.
• Drink carrot & radish juice
The normal range of creatinine is shown in the chart below. If you have creatinine level higher than these, seek a doctor’s advice.
In Blood:
• Man: The normal creatinine level should be between 0.6 to 1.2 mg/Dl
• Woman: The normal creatine level should be between 0.5 to 1.1 mg/Dl
• Teenager: 0.5 to 1.0 mg/Dl
• Child: 0.3 to 0.7 mg/Dl
In Urine:
• Man: 107 to 139 mL/min
• Woman: 87 to 107 mL/min
