Uric acid crystals in urine can be a sign of gout and, if they build up in the kidney, kidney stones. Here you'll learn how this happens and 3 simple things you can do to prevent urate crystals forming and causing painful health problems.
Uric acid is a compound of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, and oxygen. It is formed naturally in our bodies as a result of the breakdown of chemical compounds called 'purines' which exist in our bodies and foods.
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Under normal conditions your body is able to process this acid and excrete excess from your body via urine, with some via stools.
However, if your body is producing too much for your kidneys to handle or if your kidneys are not functioning efficiently, then not enough is being excreted through urine. The outcome is higher-than-normal acid levels, a condition called 'hyperuricemia.'
When you have hyperuricemia it is possible for microscopic crystals of urate to form and become lodged in the joints and associated tissue, causing the symptoms we call gout.
It's also possible for these uric acid crystals to be found in urine as the body tries to eliminate them. But some crystals can actually clog together in the kidneys giving rise to painful kidney stones.
So in order to prevent uric acid crystals in urine, we need to lower our levels and keep them there...
There are prescription drugs to do this but more and more gout victims are seeking natural ways to reduce their levels and so prevent urate crystal formation. Here are 3 natural ways to prevent uric acid crystals in urine:-
1. Water
One of the most basic ways is to drink lots of water, at least 2.5 litres per day. This helps your kidneys to do their job of getting rid of uric acid as well as excreting crystals through urine.
2 Vitamin C
Studies have shown that vitamin C can help in acid excretion and in lowering its levels in the blood. As well as vitamin C in diet you can use supplementation. Perhaps 1.0 gram per day to start with. But talk to your doctor about this.
3. Baking Soda
In a drink, baking soda can help to dissolve uric acid crystals and, by increasing the solubility of uric acid, can help the body to flush it out more easily. Mix half a teaspoon in an 8 ounce glass of water. Drink a glass in the morning, one last thing at night, and no more than 6 glasses during the day.
Note: This is only to be used during an attack. Stop once the gout symptoms have abated. Go onto a salt-free diet whilst using this remedy as it is so high in sodium. Don't use this if you have high blood pressure. In any case you need to consult your doctor about the suitability of this for your particular case.
So there you have three natural ways to prevent uric acid crystals in urine. There are many other natural remedies for high uric acid and gout relief, just too many to go into here...
Uric Acid Crystals in Urine - How to Prevent Uric Acid Crystals Causing Gout
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