was ist ein crp wert — what can you do yourself?

CRP (C-reactive protein) is a marker of inflammation produced by the liver. Elevated levels can indicate infection, chronic inflammation, autoimmune conditions, or tissue damage, but also lifestyle factors like smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, and poor diet. What you can do yourself: adopt an anti-inflammatory diet (rich in fruits, vegetables, omega-3s, low in sugar and processed foods), engage in regular physical activity, ensure adequate sleep, and manage stress. Weight loss and smoking cessation also help lower CRP. However, CRP is a non-specific marker – a single high reading does not diagnose a disease. Home test kits exist but are not diagnostic; they provide a rough orientation. The evidence for lifestyle interventions is moderate (observational studies, some RCTs), but individual responses vary. Always consult a doctor for interpretation and if you have symptoms. Do not self-treat based solely on a CRP value.