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My blood protein was 8.9 and the other day it was 10.5, i was wondering what i could do to lower it other than being hydrated/eating right?

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Dr. Mark Wick answered

On right track: My advice is exactly that... drink plenty of fluid and eat lots of fresh fruit and vegetables

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Answered 11/14/2015

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