Although everyone makes uric acid naturally, levels of this compound can increase when you eat certain foods that contain substances known as purines, such as organ meats, sardines, and some shellfish. Purines increase production of lactate, which competes with uric acid for excretion.
Although everyone makes uric acid naturally, levels of this
compound can increase when you eat certain foods that contain
substances known as purines, such as organ meats, sardines, and
some shellfish. Purines increase production of lactate,...
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Dr. James Ioli answered:Although everyone makes uric acid naturally, levels of this compound can increase when you eat certain foods that contain substances known as purines, such as organ meats, sardines, and some shellfish. Purines increase production of lactate, which competes with uric acid for excretion.Although everyone makes uric acid naturally, levels of this compound can increase when you eat certain foods that contain substances known as purines, such as organ meats, sardines, and some shellfish. Purines increase production of lactate,... More