wann ist der crp wert erhöht — what can you do yourself?

CRP (C-reactive protein) is a non-specific inflammatory marker. It is elevated in acute or chronic inflammation, infections (bacterial, viral), tissue damage (e.g., surgery, trauma), autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, lupus), and malignancies. Lifestyle factors such as smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity can also moderately raise CRP. What you can do yourself: For acute infections, rest and adequate hydration are key; for chronically elevated levels, lifestyle changes often help – regular exercise, weight loss, Mediterranean diet, smoking cessation. Supplements like omega-3 fatty acids or curcumin are discussed but lack strong evidence. Important: A single elevated CRP without symptoms is not a cause for alarm; it should be evaluated by a doctor. Evidence for lifestyle interventions to lower CRP is moderate (observational studies, some RCTs). Caveat: CRP is not specific – self-treatment without a diagnosis is not advisable. The provided contexts contain no information on CRP.