How to Reduce Uric Acid Fast

Uric acid is a byproduct created from foods that are high in purines. High uric acid levels are associated with gout, which is a form of arthritis in the foot. Gout can be very painful for it's sufferers. Controlling uric acid levels will help control gout. It is easy to control uric acid by controlling the intake of certain foods.

Instructions

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  LIMIT ANIMAL ORGAN PRODUCTS - Avoid eating foods that contain animal organs. Foods such as kidneys, heart, liver and brain of animals such as cows, pigs, chicken, turkey and others are very high in purines which turn into uric acid.

  High uric acid levels increase the risk of gout.

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  LIMIT FRUCTOSE - Avoid foods containing fructose, high fructose corn syrup or other sugar products. Fructose is also very high in purines which convert to uric acid.

  Knowing how to reduce uric acid will help you to avoid gout.

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  LIMIT BEAN PRODUCTS - Certain beans, wheat germ and vegetables can also increase uric acid levels.

  If you need more information on uric acid or gout, please see Resources below. Knowing how to reduce uric acid can help you to prevent and control gout.