6 ways to lower uric acid in body naturally and prevent gout
Published on Jul 25, 2021 04:16 PM IST
- Uric acid is a compound found in blood and is created when the body breaks down chemicals called purines. Certain foods are high in purines and increase uric acid levels.
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Food high in purines include seafood, red meat, organ meats, alcohol, etc. Too much uric acid in the body leads to a condition called hyperuricemia which causes crystals of uric acid (or urate) to form in the body. Here are a few natural ways to lower uric acid levels.(Unsplash)
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Try vitamin C supplement: Taking a vitamin C supplement may lower uric acid levels.(Unsplash)
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Avoid alcohol and sugary drinks: Excess consumption of alcohol and sodas can increase the risk of developing gout.(Unsplash)
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Maintain healthy body weight: Being overweight increases the risk of gout, especially in younger people. Hence, it is important to maintain healthy body weight by avoiding certain foods and working out daily.(Unsplash)
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Consume cherries: Preliminary research suggests that cherries might reduce the risk of gout attacks.(Unsplash)
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Drink coffee: Drinking coffee may reduce the chances of developing gout. Some studies have linked coffee consumption to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.(Unsplash)
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