6 foods to watch out for high uric acid

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Red Meat

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Certain Seafood

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Sugary Drinks & Sodas

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Beer

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High-Purine Vegetables

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Full-Fat Dairy Products

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