Natural Ways to Reduce Uric Acid in the Body
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 from the digestion of foods that contain purines. Purines are found in high levels in some foods and are formed and broken down in your body.
Usually, your body filters out uric acid through your kidneys and in urine. If you consume too much purine, or if your body can’t get rid of this by-product fast enough, uric acid can build up in your blood.
A standard uric acid level is under 6.8 mg/dLTrusted Source. A high uric acid level (above 6.8 mg/dL) is hyperuricemia. This can lead to gout and make your blood and urine too acidic.
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