Having a high level of Urea in your blood indicates that your kidneys are not functioning properly. This doesn't necessarily mean that this is a serious kidney problem; people with high blood pressure, diabetes or water infections could have raised Urea, or it could be that you have been eating unusually high protein foods. Stress or a high fever can raise levels too. If you are aware of a kidney problem then it is normal for your Urea levels to be raised.
Urea is a waste product formed in the liver when the body breaks down protein. In a healthy person, the Urea nitrogen is filtered out by the kidneys, into the bladder and passed through your urine. But if a persons kidneys are not functioning properly then the Urea levels will rise. To reduce Urea in your blood you may need to cut down on the amount of protein you eat. Foods that are high in protein are as follows:
Red Meat
Seafood
Eggs
Milk & Cheese
Other dairy products
There are also small amounts of protein in breads, cereals other starches and grains, even vegetables and fruit. Drinking plenty of water also helps to keep you hydrated.
Although Urea itself is not toxic, having raised levels may make you feel unwell. Examples include Nausea, Fatigue, Insomnia, Itchy skin/rash. Sometimes your taste buds or sense of smell can be affected.
Your Urea can also be too low although this is uncommon and not usually cause for concern. However, if a person is suffering with a severe Liver disease, then the Urea will drop.
As we are not an authorised medical authority, we advise you to speak to your GP.
Urea is a waste product formed in the liver when the body breaks down protein. In a healthy person, the Urea nitrogen is filtered out by the kidneys, into the bladder and passed through your urine. But if a persons kidneys are not functioning properly then the Urea levels will rise. To reduce Urea in your blood you may need to cut down on the amount of protein you eat. Foods that are high in protein are as follows:
Red Meat
Seafood
Eggs
Milk & Cheese
Other dairy products
There are also small amounts of protein in breads, cereals other starches and grains, even vegetables and fruit. Drinking plenty of water also helps to keep you hydrated.
Although Urea itself is not toxic, having raised levels may make you feel unwell. Examples include Nausea, Fatigue, Insomnia, Itchy skin/rash. Sometimes your taste buds or sense of smell can be affected.
Your Urea can also be too low although this is uncommon and not usually cause for concern. However, if a person is suffering with a severe Liver disease, then the Urea will drop.
As we are not an authorised medical authority, we advise you to speak to your GP.
