Uric Acid Alert: 5 Foods to Avoid for High Levels

• Uric acid, a waste product from purine digestion, can accumulate due to poor diet, low water intake, and excessive protein.
• High uric acid leads to gout, joint pain, swelling (especially in toes, knees, wrists), and kidney stones.
• Avoid purine-rich foods like seafood (fish, shrimp, crabs, oysters) and red meat (mutton, beef) to manage uric acid.
• Limit sugary drinks, bakery items, sweets, and alcohol, as they can elevate uric acid and hinder kidney function.
• Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily, and consume fruits, vegetables, and fiber-rich foods like lemon, apples, cucumbers, and carrots to help expel uric acid.

Why It Matters: Manage high uric acid by avoiding purine-rich foods, limiting sugar and alcohol, and increasing water intake.