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During digestion the human body breaks down purines, a compound present in protein sources, such as meat, seafood, and poultry. Purines must be broken down to release proteins and other nutrients in a form that the human body can absorb. During purine digestion, a byproduct called uric acid is produced.
What Does Uric Acid Do?In normal levels, uric acid is a helpful compound in the body. Uric acid serves as an antioxidant, providing beneficial effects to the lining of blood vessels. Excess uric should be processed by the kidneys and excreted as urine. If this does not happen properly, or if uric acid levels are too high, it can cause damage. The most common problem associated with high uric acid levels is gout, a painful Arthritis condition. Gout can be debilitating if not properly treated, and reducing uric acid is of utmost importance.
What Causes High Uric Acid Levels?As noted above, it is the kidneys' job to process and excrete excess uric acid. There are two reasons why kidneys may not be able to effectively process uric acid within the body. First, if the kidneys are unhealthy, they may not be capable of effectively filtering this compound from the blood. Alternatively, eating a diet that is high in purines can result in an excess of uric acid that even healthy kidneys cannot effectively filter out.
Reducing Uric Acid LevelsNo matter what the cause of high uric acid levels, it is important to reduce this number to a healthy level. As noted above, excess levels of uric acid can cause inflammation in the form of gout. The primary way to reduce uric acid levels it to limit the consumption of high-purine foods. This includes red meat, poultry, and seafood. The consumption of alcohol should also be reduced, as this is known to reduce the body's ability to process uric acid. Finally, patients should drink at least 2-3 liters of water a day to help the kidneys flush excess uric acid from the bloodstream. Following these guidelines with doctor supervision should help lower levels of uric acid.
What else can I help you with?
What type of excerise for uric acid?
exercises are not seen as part of the way to control Uric acid in the system. this is done with a controlled diet and and medications as prescribed or other alternative methods.
Can cheese be used when uric acid is high?
Yes, protein sources can replaced your daily diet to some degree with low purine protein sources such as milk, cheese eggs, and nuts.
Where can people get gout?
People can get gout anywhere in the world. the condition is caused by elevated uric acid in the blood. usually through poor diet.
Are pecans good for uric acid?
pecan nuts are one of the lowest purine containing foods making it fine in a uric acid diet. Purine is what is eventually converted into Uric acid by the body.(Between 0 and 50mg of purine to 100 grams)
A product of protein metabolism that causes gout?
The body produces purines and purines are also introduced into the body as a result of diet. these are turned into uric acid in the blood stream. the kidney is supposed to remove most of it and some goes via the large intestine. If the body is unable to dispose of this material then the uric acid turns into sharp crystals that are the cause of gout.
What protein could NOT be a limiting amino acid in the diet?
nitogen
Does protein cancel out carbs on a keto diet?
Protein does not cancel out carbs on a keto diet. While protein is an important part of a keto diet, it does not negate the impact of carbohydrates. The key to a keto diet is to significantly reduce carb intake to promote ketosis, where the body burns fat for energy instead of carbs.
How would a high-protein diet affect the pH of the urine?
A high-protein diet can increase the acidity of urine due to the metabolism of proteins, which results in the production of acidic byproducts like sulfuric acid and phosphoric acid. This can lower the pH of urine and make it more acidic.
What diet should I go on to help with acid reflux disease?
The best kind of diet to go on to help with acid reflux is a low-fat, high-protein one. Also a diet plan that lets you eat smaller more frequent meals will aide you.http://www.ehow.com/way_5171152_low_fat-high-protein-diets.html
Between the ideal protein diet plan and the Atkins diet plan, which is the best?
Atkins is much better. While protein diet is to lose weight then and there, Atkins is made to reduce metabolism. Metabolism continually reduces weight and keeps you healthy.
How do you reduce penorbital edema for patient nephrotic syndrome?
encourage patient to take low protein diet
When the diet contains an adequate amount of protein what amino acid can be used by the body to synthesize niacin?
tryptophan
What kind of fish you can eat for you have high uric acid?
You should understand that when people digest protein, uric acid is a byproduct of that digestion. Fish does not contain uric acid, it contains protein. When you digest it, you will then produce uric acid. And all fish are high in protein. If you are trying to reduce the uric acid content of your blood, you will have to eat less fish in general. A vegetarian diet would work. Eat more avocados, less fish.
What type of excerise for uric acid?
exercises are not seen as part of the way to control Uric acid in the system. this is done with a controlled diet and and medications as prescribed or other alternative methods.
Will changing your diet cure symptoms of acid reflux and also never been feeling full or hungry?
Changing your diet to get rid of processed carbohydrates, particularly white flour, will reduce hunger and reduce acid reflux. The only time I ever get reflux now is if I eat a bagel.
What are some diets that reduce uric acid intake?
Some of the diets that reduce uric acid intake is a veggie diet. You can also find many other diets by going online or talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Should you take protein at all?
You absolutely must have proteins in your diet, but protein supplements such as protein shakes and protein bars are not necessary if enough protein is consumed through normal food sources.
