Metabolic
Biomarker

Creatinine

Included in Essential Labs
Why we test it
Creatinine is a muscle metabolism waste product filtered by the kidneys. Rising levels suggest declining kidney function, which leads to toxin buildup that can affect the brain and other organs.
BetterBrain target
0.7-1.2 mg/dL
Kidney function affects the body's ability to clear waste and toxins that impact the brain.
What you Can do
  1. Hydration
  2. Mediterranean diet
  3. Blood pressure management
  4. Limit NSAIDs

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