Tip - Diet and Gout-Topic Overview

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Diet and Gout-Topic Overview

Purines (specific chemical compounds found in some foods) are broken down into uric acid. A diet rich in purines from certain sources can raise uric acid levels in the body,which sometimes leads to gout. Meat and seafood may increase your risk of gout. Dairy products may lower your risk. One study found that purines in vegetables do not increase the risk of gout. 1 Foods to limit (very high ...
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