Summary:
- Uric acid is a waste product that can build up in the body and cause health issues like gout, kidney stones, and high blood pressure.
- Even people who eat a healthy diet can have high uric acid levels due to hidden triggers like dehydration, certain medications, and underlying medical conditions.
- Monitoring uric acid levels and making lifestyle changes like staying hydrated, limiting high-purine foods, and managing any underlying health problems can help keep uric acid in a healthy range.