Uric Acid
Uric acid is the end product of
purine metabolism in the human body, it is found in small
amounts in urine, and is poorly soluble in water. Purine
precursors include xanthine and hypoxanthine, which are
converted to uric acid by xanthine oxidase, which is found in
the liver. Finding xanthine oxidase in the blood would indicate
liver disease. Humans produce only small quantities of uric
acid with excess accumulation leading to a type of arthritis
known as gout.In human blood, uric acid concentrations between
3.6 and 8.3 mg/dL are considered normal , although
significantly lower levels are common in vegetarians
Vegetarian Diet due to
a decreased intake of purine-rich meat.Gout Diet
Of the uric acid produced daily, the biliary
and gastrointestinal tracts excrete 30% and the kidney excretes
70%. Renal excretion of uric acid involves 4
pathways—filtration, reabsorption, secretion, and postsecretory
reabsorption.the major factors that affect urate excretion are
the tubular fluid pH, tubular fluid flow rate, and renal blood
flow. The first 2 pathways diminish uric acid and urate
precipitation in the collecting ducts, while the third is
important in urate secretion. Overproduction of uric acid
occurs mostly when tissue breakdown is accelerated,this
can occur as a result of chemotherapy , radiation therapy,
or crash dieting.
Reference:McCance, Kathryn RN.PhD &
Huether, Sue E.RN,PhD Pathophysiology. Published: The C.V.Mosby
Company 1990.
Read more:Gout
Diet

Sick and tired of the swollen joints
and the debilitating, and annoying pain that a Gout attack
brings?
Well. give me 2 1/2 minutes of your
time and I will show you that Gout is not only manageable - You
can gain relief from it for good...
But you need my secret
weapon...
"Cure Gout Now" - A easy to follow,
comprehensively researched eBook that shows you how to get the
upper hand over Gout symptoms today.
Here is just some of the information
you discover from reading the Cure Gout Now! :
You'll discover...
* How to quickly and easily relieve
your gout pain naturally
* How a to make a few simple dietary changes and put an end to
your
gout nightmares once and for all!
* Find out about proven, natural solutions for preventing
and
treating gout!
* How to change the underlying cause of your gout.
* How to stop painful gout symptoms in their tracks within
the
shortest time posible.
* How to lose weight quickly and easily.
* How to lower your levels of uric acid naturally and
effectively.
* Discover healthy foods - as well as how to avoid
unhealthy
options.
* How to treat an acute gout attack quickly and easily.
* How to find out and ensure you are taking in the right kinds
of
fluids.
* How to eat out and not worry about Gout flare
ups.
And so much more - including sample
gout recipes for breakfast,
lunch, dinner and snacks!
You will also find
out...
* How to meet your nutritional needs.
A varied, balanced diet
provides the nutrients you need to avoid nutritional
deficiencies.
Non-nutrients, such as fiber, are also necessary to a
healthy
diet.
* How to enjoy your food again... Food is the mainstay of
many
social and cultural events. Not only does it provide nutrition,
but
lingering over a meal is a great way to spend time with
your
friends.
* How cooking fresh, healthy meals can also be an enjoyable
way to spend time, either on your own or with others.
* Feel energetic. A healthy diet can help you feel better,
provide you with more energy, and help you fight
stress.
Plus, much more
besides. Click Here!
http://www.sayno2arthritis.com/blog
http://www.sleep-problems-nomore.com/wordpress
http://www.yes2vitamins.com
http://www.sayno2arthritis.com
http://www.vitaminsareessential.blogspot.com
|