Globulins are proteins found in the body and are measurable within the bloodstream. When there is an excess of globulins in the body or an imbalance in the levels of albumin in the blood (another protein), there is a possibility that health problems will arise or have already occurred. If you have or suspect that you have high globulins, talk to your doctor about what steps to take. Fortunately, there are some simple changes you can make to your diet and daily routine that will allow you to lower your globulin levels. Generally the best way to reduce the value of globulins in the blood is to treat the disorder or disease that caused this imbalance.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Lower the Globulin Level by Improving Your Diet
Step 1. Avoid high protein foods to lower the globulin level
If your doctor has found that you have high globulin values, the first step is to avoid foods that have a very high protein content. Protein is high in globulins, so consuming foods that contain large amounts of it will raise your levels even more. According to doctors, our daily protein requirement is around 0.8 grams per kilo of body weight and they recommend not to exceed this value. In your case you should try to stay slightly below this amount to lower the globulin level. It is likely that reducing the consumption of protein-rich foods will not affect the results of the test that tests the ratio of albumin to globulins, but will still affect the level of globulins. High-protein foods you should avoid include:
- Red meats and eggs;
- Milk, cheese and yogurt;
- Hemp seeds and soy.
Step 2. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables to keep your globulin levels low
Most fruits and vegetables have a somewhat reduced protein content. This means that they can be the main focus of your diet without further increasing the level of globulins in the blood. Fresh foods are healthier and more natural, so fresh fruits and vegetables are preferred over ready-made or canned varieties. Build your diet around foods like:
- Apples, pears and berries;
- Oranges, grapefruits and other citrus fruits;
- Vegetables and roots such as turnips, carrots and beets
- Broccoli, cauliflower and peas.
Step 3. Enrich your diet with nuts and healthy fats
A diet consisting solely of fruits and vegetables cannot provide the body with all the nutrients it needs. To be able to meet your nutritional needs without consuming large amounts of protein, you should include foods that are high in healthy fats in your diet. Eating nuts is a great way to meet your daily calorie needs without consuming too much protein and globulin-rich foods. Make your diet more complete with:
- Foods composed of healthy fats, such as extra virgin olive oil, sunflower, safflower and soybean oil;
- Nuts, such as walnuts, almonds, cashews, and hazelnuts.
Step 4. Stop using protein powders or protein supplements to keep your globulins from rising further
Like most protein sources, protein supplements and protein powders are high in globulins. If your doctor has told you that it is necessary to lower the level of globulins in the blood, stop using this type of products immediately. If you are looking to gain muscle mass, your doctor will be able to recommend healthier solutions.
Protein supplements are very popular among those who lift weights to gain muscle mass
Method 2 of 3: Lower the Globulin Level by Improving the Lifestyle
Step 1. Practice physical exercise, aerobic and to increase muscle strength, to lower globulin levels
Exercising regularly is one of the best ways to correct your globulin level. If your doctor has recommended that you improve your lifestyle and diet to lower your globulin levels, get into the good habit of exercising for about half an hour a day. You can train consecutively for 30 minutes, for example in a single weightlifting session or, if you prefer, run or practice another discipline three times a day for 10 minutes.
- Aerobic exercise (also called cardio) increases the rate of the heart rate and includes activities such as running, swimming, jumping rope, and bicycling.
- Exercises to increase muscle strength focus on weight lifting and include bench presses, dumbbell reps, and squats.
Step 2. Reduce your stressors to lower the level of globulins.
In addition to having a negative effect on mental health, living a highly stressful life can cause blood globulin levels to rise. Find ways to relax in the present and reduce your stressors to avoid stressing yourself again in the future. The most effective techniques for reducing stress and calming the mind include:
- Meditation and yoga;
- Being outdoors or taking a walk
- Listen to relaxing music.
Step 3. Keep your body hydrated by drinking plenty of water every day
If the body becomes dehydrated, the globulins increase. In the long run, the excess of globulins could become chronic. This is why it is important to drink plenty of water or other liquids every day that can rehydrate the body, such as herbal teas or fruit juices.
On average, adult men should drink about 3.5 liters of water per day, while an adult woman should drink at least 2.5 liters
Method 3 of 3: Analyze the Globulin Level
Step 1. Go to the doctor if your body is constantly inflamed
There are many pathologies that can cause an increase in blood globulin values, but the symptoms are always more or less the same. One of the main indicators is inflammation, which is often caused by a buildup of fluid in the extremities. See your doctor even if you have kidney problems (which are often caused by too much globulin). Symptoms that indicate poor kidney function include:
- Vomiting and nausea
- Itching;
- Fatigue and lack of appetite.
Step 2. Do blood tests to test the albumin to globulin ratio (A / G ratio)
Ask your doctor to prescribe the test that analyzes the relationship between the two substances in the body. Go to a blood test center in your city and wait for the results.
- A low albumin level can be a sign of a liver problem, kidney problem, severe malnutrition, celiac disease, chronic inflammatory bowel disease, or a disorder where proteins are not digested or absorbed properly.
- If the total protein level is elevated, the cause could be chronic inflammation, infection, or multiple myeloma.
- If you have been holding the tourniquet on your arm for too long or if you are using estrogen or oral contraceptives, your A / G test results may not be accurate.
Step 3. Learn about whey protein electrophoresis
This is another type of blood test. The blood sample will be taken from your hand or arm and will be analyzed by a laboratory. Unlike the test that measures the ratio of albumin to globulin, which checks all types of globulins, whey protein electrophoresis only measures gamma globulins. Your doctor may order this test if they suspect you have an immune system disease.
Your doctor may order this test even if they suspect you may have multiple myeloma (a type of cancer)
Step 4. Discuss the results of the exam with your doctor
In general terms, an elevated globulin level can indicate the presence of a type of tumor (for example, Hodgkin's lymphoma or malignant lymphoma). If, on the other hand, the level of globulins is very low, it is likely that the cause is due to a malfunction of the liver or kidneys. Your doctor will show you the test results and explain what they mean.
Excess globulins can also be caused by dehydration or medications. Tell your doctor about the medicines you are taking so that they can rule out this possibility
Advice
- The imbalance in globulin levels can be caused by a number of serious conditions, such as an infection, an autoimmune or inflammatory disease, Hodgkin's lymphoma, or another type of lymphoma or tumor.
- Blood contains 4 different types of globulins: alpha 1, alpha 2, beta and gamma.
- Blood albumin and globulin values vary slightly from individual to individual. Generally speaking, for adults the albumin value is normally between 39 and 59 g / l.
- The level of globulins in the blood differs further from individual to individual, but in general for a healthy adult man the value should be between 23 and 35 g / l.
