Dietary changes can help to lower uric acid levels, according to the American College of Rheumatology. Purines break down into uric acid, so reducing the consumption of foods that contain purines is helpful. Eliminating non-d
Dietary changes can help to lower uric acid levels, according to the American College of Rheumatology. Purines break down into uric acid, so reducing the consumption of foods that contain purines is helpful. Eliminating non-diet soda and limiting alcohol consumption also helps.Continue Reading
A low-purine diet limits meat consumption to 4 to 6 ounces per day, according to Drugs.com. Cauliflower, mushrooms and spinach are also high in purines. The diet eliminates or strictly limits tuna, anchovies, wild game and organ meat, and other foods high in purines. Increasing consumption of water helps to flush uric acid from the body.
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