Uric Acid
Uric acid is a waste product from breaking down purines, found in meat, seafood, beer and sugary drinks. Too much can form crystals in the joints, which causes gout.
Your reading
This app uses 3.5–7.2 mg/dL. High uric acid often goes along with high blood pressure, insulin resistance and kidney strain. Dehydration and very hard training can raise it temporarily.
What may help
- —Drinking enough water
- —Less beer, spirits and sugary drinks, especially those sweetened with fructose
- —Eating less red meat and organ meat
When to talk to a doctor
If uric acid is high together with joint pain or swelling, or kidney stones.
Common questions
What is Uric Acid?
Uric acid is a waste product from breaking down purines, found in meat, seafood, beer and sugary drinks. Too much can form crystals in the joints, which causes gout.
What is a normal Uric Acid level?
Daygo uses 3.5–7.2 mg/dL as the reference range. This app uses 3.5–7.2 mg/dL. High uric acid often goes along with high blood pressure, insulin resistance and kidney strain. Dehydration and very hard training can raise it temporarily.
How can I improve my Uric Acid?
Drinking enough water. Less beer, spirits and sugary drinks, especially those sweetened with fructose. Eating less red meat and organ meat.
When should I see a doctor about Uric Acid?
If uric acid is high together with joint pain or swelling, or kidney stones.
Source: MedlinePlus (NIH). Reference ranges are standard adult intervals — your own lab may report a different range for your age, sex, or method. This isn't medical advice; always go by the range on your actual results and talk to a clinician about anything that concerns you.