Certain health conditions, diet, and genetics can cause high levels of uric acid. Avoiding alcohol and limiting some foods and beverages may help lower levels. Uric acid is a natural waste product ...

For most of us, if we’ve heard of uric acid at all, it’s only in relation to gout — a painful form of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and forms tiny, needle-like crystals.

High uric acid levels in the body can lead to painful conditions like gout, kidney stones, and joint discomfort. While medications are available, making dietary changes is one of the most effective ...

Gout, a painful joint condition, is on the rise globally, affecting even younger individuals. This surge is linked to ageing populations, lifestyle changes and increasing obesity. Experts from leading ...

Uric acid is a waste product in the body. Sometimes, uric acid can build up in the joints and tissues, causing a range of health problems. In this article, we list the typical low, normal, and high ...

Festivals often trigger uric acid spikes due to a perfect storm of high-purine foods, sugary drinks, and alcohol, combined with reduced activity. This combination elevates uric acid production while ...

High uric acid is becoming common among adults due to unhealthy eating patterns, stress, and sedentary lifestyles. When individuals observe high levels of uric acid in their blood test, many of them ...

A viewer says they have high uric acid, according to a recent lab they had done. Dr. Lacey Anderson has information on causes and treatments for high uric acid. A high uric acid level can cause gout ...

Very high levels of serum uric acid were associated with a 15% lower risk for adult depression compared with low levels in a new study. Produced when the body breaks down purines, serum uric acid was ...