Your Uric Acid is Your Friend... Until it Isn't

Uric acid, a byproduct of purine metabolism, is essential as an antioxidant, with the oxidant-fighting power of vitamin C. 

 Uric acid, as a metabolic byproduct, must be excreted by the kidney or intestinal tract to avoid a toxic build-up in the body or crystallization in the joints. Therefore, elevated levels are associated with health conditions like gout, heart disease, stroke, cognitive dysfunction, and kidney stones. Elevated uric acid is also associated with heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and increased high-fructose beverage consumption.

Factors contributing to high uric acid include excess intake or production of purines, decreased excretion, stress, alcoholism, and certain diseases and medications.

On the other hand, low uric acid can be a sign of Wilson’s disease, Fanconi syndrome, or liver atrophy.

In summary, while uric acid plays a crucial role in bodily functions, maintaining its optimal levels is essential for overall health.

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