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Creatine in 16 year old male.
Wanted to know, I am a 16 year old taking creatine for the past 1.5 years and a recent blood test shows a marginal rise in creatinine. Can anyone please advise and explain the risks and if I should stop taking it.
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Hi,
Need few clarifications such as
Are you into sports(Triathlon or any endurance sports)?
Everyone should not consume creatine.
Pls consult a nephrologist and subsequent followup is required for few months.
Pls connect with me through video consultation or with any qualified Dietitian for detailed nutritional intervention.
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Don'ts (Foods to Avoid for Kidney Health)
• High-Potassium Foods: Bananas, potatoes, tomatoes, spinach, oranges.
• Excess Sodium: Processed foods, pickles, papads, and packaged soups.
• High-Protein Diet: Red meat, chana dal, rajma, chhole, excessive paneer.
• Dairy Overconsumption: Excessive milk, curd, and cheese.
• Caffeine & Alcohol: Dehydrates the body and stresses the kidneys.
• Oxalate-Rich Foods: Spinach, beetroot, almonds (in excess) to prevent kidney stones.
• Artificial Sweeteners & Preservatives: Found in diet sodas, fast foods, and processed snacks
. Do's (Kidney-Friendly Approach)
• Hydration: Drink filtered water, coconut water (if potassium is controlled), and herbal teas (like coriander seed tea for kidney support).
• Low Sodium Regulation: Include natural sodium from rock salt in moderation instead of table salt.
• Adequate Protein: Moderate intake of high-quality protein (moong dal, soaked almonds, paneer in controlled amounts).
• Low Potassium Vegetables: Cabbage, bottle gourd, radish, carrots (leach vegetables before cooking).
• Herbs for Kidney Support: Methi seeds water, coriander seeds water, tulsi leaves, and aloe vera juice.
• Controlled Carbs: Opt for unpolished rice, wheat, and ragi to prevent sugar spikes.
• Blood Pressure Management: Magnesium-rich foods (pumpkin seeds in small amounts, flaxseeds).
• Alkaline Diet: Include cucumber, celery, watermelon (in limited quantity), and lemon water to reduce acidity and support
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Check up creatinine after 1 month
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As I can see your are taking form so long but for Creatine there is a cycle to take it and maintaing hydration is very important. Taking any supplements without consultation with the expert can effect the health
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I need to see your history for the same as are you a sport or gym going person or what the reason for taking this
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for Creatine you can take mutton after taring.connect with me for more details
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Good afternoon,
Have you started gymn exercises?
Always consult a physician or a dietician before consuming creatinine or protein supplements.
You are too young for all these.
If you consume more than required,you will land up in renal issues.
For more details contact me personally.
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Hi
16 year olds do not need to take creatine or any supplements unless you have a deficiency. Please stop taking it.
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If you are interested, check out my blog on, whether protein powder can harm kidneys.
https://www.pragmaticnutritionist.com/post/do-protein-powders-really-damage-your-kidneys-the-truth-revealed
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Dr. Kavita Dwivedi
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15 yrs exp
Raipur
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Ms. Swarn Shikha Sharma
Dietitian/Nutritionist
19 yrs exp
Delhi
Can you explain necessity of consuming creatinine. It’s not healthy until unless prescribed by a doctor. Or go for blood test. If you are in sports then also sometime it’s suggest-able but better is to consult with a health practitioner ( nutritionist) first and go accordingly
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Good evening,
When it comes to a 16 yrs. old male taking creatine and noticed an increase in creatinine levels, it’s important to approach the situation with care. Creatine supplementation can indeed cause a temporary rise in creatinine levels, which is a byproduct of muscle metabolism.
However, elevated creatinine could also indicate potential kidney stress , so it’s crucial to ensure that the body is properly supported through diet and hydration.
Here is dietary approach to help support Kidney health and manage creatinine levels:
1. Stay hydrated
2. Limit protein intake ( Moderate)
3. Consume kidney-Friendly nutrients.
Omega - rich and Antioxidants
4. Limit processed foods and Excessive salt
5. Includes fiber rich foods :
Fruits and vegetables:
Fiber helps in the elimination of waste products.
A variety of broccoli, carrots and peppers and fruits like
Apple , berries can help digestion and kidney health
Whole grains:
Choose brown rice, quinoa, oats and whole wheat
Products for fiber that supports kidney function
6. Monitors creatine dosage :
3-5 gm per day
7. Calcium and vitamin D
Bone health:
Creatine supplements can sometimes affect bone
Health, so ensuring adequate calcium and vitamin D
Dairy products, fortified plant based milks and leafy
Greens are good sources.
8. Consult a doctor:
If creatinine levels high or if there are any signs of
Kidney distress, it’s crucial to consult a healthcare
Professionals.
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Please connect over consultation with all detailed report
Only by seeing creatinine can't explain situation
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