Total bilirubin is a little high

Total bilirubin is divided into direct bilirubin and indirect bilirubin. We usually need to use this indicator when checking liver function. In addition, jaundice is common in newborns, and the bilirubin level also needs to be checked. The most common abnormality of total bilirubin is elevated levels, and some people conclude that their levels are slightly elevated after examination. So, is it a problem if the total bilirubin is a little high? Let’s take a look below.

If the bilirubin is a little high, there is no problem. Check whether the increase is mainly direct bilirubin or indirect bilirubin. If there is no damage to the transaminase, abdominal ultrasound, and bile duct, it may be related to obesity, fatty liver, drinking, staying up late, etc., and viral hepatitis needs to be ruled out. Congenital Gilbert's syndrome cannot be ruled out.

Dietary principles for high total bilirubin

1. Appropriately control calories: Try to eat less high-calorie foods. For overweight or obese people, if you find that your total bilirubin is high, you should pay more attention. You must stay away from high-sugar, high-calorie, and high-fat foods, and combine physical exercise to lose weight.

2. Eat less high-cholesterol foods . The high-cholesterol foods we generally refer to are animal offal. Generally speaking, if the cholesterol content in the body is seriously exceeded, it will lead to a decrease in protein intake. We need to remind everyone that although egg yolks are rich in cholesterol, they can be consumed in moderation because they also contain lecithin, which can effectively prevent arteriosclerosis.

3. Eat less animal oil , especially lard. It is recommended to eat more vegetable oil and olive oil. It needs to be emphasized that lard made from lard should never be eaten, otherwise it will aggravate the high level of total bilirubin.