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Gout and Folic Acid
This article looks at
the effect folic acid may have on gout.
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... If you have
read other articles on this website you'll be aware that gout is caused
by a build up of uric acid. Not many gout sufferers know this but there
are actually quite a few things you can do to naturally reduce the
amounts of uric acid in your body. They wont cure the condition but
they can make it much more manageable.
One
substance that has helped sufferers of gout lower their levels of uric
acid is folic acid. Some research suggests that consuming 70 mg of
folic acid on a daily basis has the effect of lowering the levels uric
acid in the body. However this is not a hard and fast rule because,
more research was carried out on the link between folic acid and gout
and the results showed folic acid has no effects on uric acid.
Experts
believe that this inconsistency in their findings suggests that folic
acid may help lower uric acid levels in some people but not in others,
but research is on going so hopefully the link between folic acid and
gout may become more apparent. Vitamin C has also been noted as having
a positive affect on gout, however like folic acid more research is
needed into the link.
The reason
why scientists believe folic acid can help alleviate some of the
symptoms of gout is because it is thought to neutralize an enzyme known
as xanthine oxidase. This enzyme plays a part in the production of uric
acid in the body. Scientists believe that if this enzyme is blocked, it
may prevent excess uric acid being manufactured in the body. This would
reduce the frequency of a gout attack in an individual.
If you
decide to try folic acid as a gout remedy you need to ensure you don't
exceed the stated dose. The recommended dose varies, depending on the
manufacturer of the supplement, it is usually between 10 and 70mg, so
make sure you stick to the dose recommended by the manufacturer. It
should be stated clearly on the label of the supplement. If you don't
see a label do not use the product, it usually means that it is low
quality.
If you are
epileptic and you are taking medication for this condition you should
not take folic acid. Too much folic acid can reduce the effectiveness
of medication used to treat epilepsy.
As with any
form of medication, supplement or herbal remedy you need to speak to
your doctor before taking folic acid. If you suffer from any side
effects not noted on the labeling inform your doctor immediately. Your
doctor will be able to determine what has caused the side effects and
whether or not you should continue using folic acid as a gout remedy.
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