A member asked:

Will usana's nutrimeal will increase my uric acid level because it has 15 grams of soy, whey, and other proteins. is it okay to drink it? thank you :)

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Dr. Donald Steinmuller answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Not in small amounts: High protein intake, defined as more the 1-1.3 gm/kg body weight will begin to increase the uric acid which is a breakdown product of protein. Increase uric acid will be a risk factor for gout. So estimate your protein intake from food and supplements and use supplements only to keep intake in normal range, not higher than 1.3 gm/kg body weight.

Answered 3/27/2017

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