What Should I Eat with Creatinine Level 1.6

Creatinine level indicates how well your kidneys are working. Creatinine 1.6 is a little higher than the normal level (0.5-1.2 mg/dL), which means your kidneys can not work properly. As we all know, kidney is a blood detoxification organ. When they do not work properly, waste products build up in the blood. This does not only cause damage to kidneys, but also other systems, such as cardiovascular system and respiratory system. Diet is a source of waste products. What should I eat with creatinine level 1.6? To know the answer helps you protect the remaining kidney function and live a normal life.

High quality protein

High quality protein contains more essential amino acids, which can be absorbed by your body so as to reduce the production of waste products. Egg white, lean meat, poultry without skin, milk and so on are all high quality protein. But too much protein intake will also increase the workload of kidneys so as to worsen proteinuria. For your case, 0.8 g/kg protein per day is recommended.

Vegetables and fruits with high vitamins

Vitamins are antioxidants, which can neutralize free radicals in your body and strengthen immune system so as to help you fight against the disease. Fresh vegetables and fruits are packed with rich vitamins, so you should add them into your diet.

Food low in sodium

Sodium retains water in your body and raises blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure and edema, you should limit the intake of sodium and eat food low in sodium.

In fact, your blood test decides what you eat. If you are lack of potassium, you should eat some food high in potassium, such as bananas and kiwi fruits. If you are lack of calcium, you should supplement some food high in calcium such as milk. There is not a diet plan that is suitable for everyone. If you would like to get a personalized and professionalized guidance, please send your medical test report to kidneycares@hotmail.com. Our doctors will contact you later.