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Nuts That Are Rich in Uric Acid

Published Dec,09 2018 | By Jody Braverman

Your body produces uric acid when it breaks down substances in food called purines. Normally, the body is able to effectively process and eliminate uric acid. But sometimes uric acid builds up, or the kidneys are not able to get rid of enough uric acid, which results in excess blood levels.