Urea

A waste product from protein breakdown, cleared by the kidneys.

If it's high

Can rise with dehydration, high protein intake or reduced kidney function.

• Enough water through the day, unless your doctor has asked you to limit fluids

If it's low

Can be low with low protein intake or liver conditions.

• Protein at each meal: dal, chana, eggs, paneer, curd, soya, fish, chicken

A question for your doctor

Does this fit with my creatinine?

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