What is Uric Acid ?

What is Uric Acid ?

What is Uric Acid ?

Uric acid is formed from the metabolism of nucleic acid. Uric acid in the blood depends on the balance between dietary intake and synthesis by the cells and excretion by the kidney.

If the concentration of uric acid in the blood rises above the normal levels, sodium urate crystals may form in tendons, ligaments and cartilage of the joints which lead to Gout. These needle like crystal cause inflammation, swelling and pain in the affected joints. High uric acid levels will also lead to urinary stones or kidney disease.

Note : Many diseases like High Blood Pressure, Obesity, Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease and Hypothyroidism can lead to Hyperuricaemia (High level of Uric Acids in the blood)

Nutritional supplements and herbs which are beneficial for those with High Uric Acid :

1. Vitamin C with bioflavonoid - Helps lower serum uric acid levels.

2. Vitamin B Complex - Needed for proper digestion and all bodily enzyme systems.

3. Essential Fatty Acid like Fish Oil or Evening Primrose Oil - Needed to repair tissues, aid in healing and restore proper fatty acid balance.

4. Alfalfa - A good source of minerals and other nutrients that help to reduce serum uric acid levels.

5. Devil's Claw - Helps clear uric acid accumulated at joints and reduce elevated uric acid in the blood.

6. Cat's Claw - Reduces inflammation and aid in removing toxin from the body.

Dietary and lifestyle recommendations for people with High Uric Acid

1. Reduce weight gradually - If you are overweight, lose weight gradually. Losing weight lower serum uric acid levels; but avoid very restricted weight loss diets (crash diet) as rapid weight loss can precipitate the attack of GOUT.

2. Maintain a diet low in purines - Purines are organic compounds that contribute to uric acid formation. Purine rich foods include anchovies, asparagus, herring, meat gravies and broth, mushroom, mussels, sardines and sweet breads.

3. Consume plenty of water - Fluid intake promotes the excretion of uric acid. Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water per day.

4. Avoid eating meat of any kind - Meat, seafood and organ meats contain extremely high uric acid.

5. Avoid alcohol - Alcohol increases the production of uric acid and must be eliminated from the diet.

6. Limit amount of fried foods - Fat and oil turn rancid at high temperature such as in frying. Rancid fats quickly destroy vitamin E, resulting in the release of increased amount of uric acid.

7. Limit your intake of caffeine

Foods which contain Uric Acid

125 - 700 mg per 3 oz

anchovies, brains, kidneys, liver, meat extract, sardines, sweet bread

40 - 125 mg per 3 oz

dry beans, fish, lentils, meats, dry peas, poultry, seafood, spinach

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