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What is gout? what are some remedies?
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Uric acid in joints: Gout is a condition that develops when the body retains a high level of serum uric acid. There are many reasons for this including but not limited to genetics, kidney problems and thiazides diuretics. Uric acid is a by product of protein metabolism. Therefore eating Rich foods and foods that contain high-protein like steak and redmeat can cause gout in the person that is predisposed to it.
Answered 6/5/2017
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