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Diseases
Shampa Banerjee

Factors Affecting Uric Acid: Beyond Protein Intake

Uric acid is a waste product that forms when the body breaks down purines, which are compounds found in certain foods and beverages. While many associate high uric acid levels with protein-rich foods, several other factors, both lifestyle-related and physiological, can influence uric acid levels. Understanding these non-protein factors is crucial for managing uric acid levels, particularly for individuals at risk of gout and other related conditions. In this article, we will explore various non-protein factors affecting uric acid, elaborating on how they contribute to its rise or fall in the bloodstream.

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Article
Lissa Thomas

How to Lower Uric Acid Naturally: Diet Management and Lifestyle Tips

Uric acid is a natural waste product formed from the breakdown of purines, substances found in certain foods and the body. When uric acid levels become too high, it can lead to conditions like gout, kidney stones, and joint inflammation. Managing uric acid levels requires dietary modifications and lifestyle changes. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you control and lower uric acid naturally.

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Acidity
Mubarra

Rice Kanji (Probiotic Drink) – A Traditional Wellness Remedy

Rice Kanji, a probiotic-rich drink made from leftover rice and water, offers numerous health benefits, including better digestion, immunity support, and hydration. This traditional remedy has been used for centuries across cultures to promote gut health and overall wellness. Learn how to make this easy-to-prepare, nourishing drink and incorporate it into your daily routine.

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Acidity
Meenu Agarwal

When do we consult a Nutritionist & Dietitian

You’re overweight but healthy.
If you’re technically overweight, but your physician says you’re healthy, the question is: How do you feel about yourself? If you’re happy with the way you look and feel, then don’t call a dietitian. But if you’re not happy with your image in the mirror, consider calling someone who can help you lose weight in a healthy manner.

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Gout
Meenu Agarwal

Gout or Gouty Arthritis : On an alarming rise

Gouty arthritis might not be an ailment that has been talked about as much as say, Diabetes, Obesity or Cancers, but it has been something man has been living with since ages. From King Louis XIV of France to Queen Anne of England to Sir Robert Walpole, Britain’s first Prime Minister—victims of gout were as commonplace then as it is now.

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