High uric acid and high blood sugar often travel together. Many people focus on only one number, but the body does not work in separate boxes. Sugar control, weight, kidney function, insulin resistance, liver fat, inflammation and uric acid all influence each other. So the best diet does not only say “avoid purines” or “avoid sugar.” It builds a plate that helps both problems at the same time. What does high uric acid mean? Uric acid forms when the body breaks down purines. Purines occur naturally in the body and in some foods. Normally, the kidneys remove uric acid through urine. Trouble starts when the body makes too much uric acid or the kidneys remove too little. When uric acid stays high, it can form sharp crystals in the joints. That can lead to gout attacks, swelling, redness and severe pain. High uric acid can also link with kidney stones and metabolic problems. Research reviews on gout and diet show that red meat, organ meat, certain seafood, alcohol and fructose-rich drinks c...
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