According to Medical News Today, below are the silent causes of increased uric acid in young people, which need attention to prevent gout and dangerous complications.
1. Diet rich in purines and fructose
Red meat, organs, seafood and soft drinks contain a lot of fructose, which can easily increase uric acid production.
2. Overweight, obesity and metabolic syndrome
According to research published in PubMed, weight gain, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome are closely linked to hyperuricemia in young people.
3. Genetic factors and congenital metabolic disorders
Sudden changes in urate-carrying genes such as SLC2A9, or congenital purine metabolism disorders, can increase the risk of increased uric acid in adolescence.
4. Drink alcohol and beer regularly
Consuming a lot of beer and wine, especially beer and sugary wine, increases uric acid production and reduces the ability to be excreted in the kidneys.
5. Taking diuretic or some other medications
Some drugs that treat high blood pressure, infection or chronic fatigue can reduce the kidney's ability to excrete uric acid, especially for young people taking long-term medication.
Preventive notes:
Drink enough water, reduce foods rich in purines and sugary drinks.
Maintain a reasonable weight, move regularly.
Check uric acid levels periodically, especially if you have a family history or are taking medication.
For young people with abnormal uric acid increase, it is necessary to learn and adjust their lifestyle immediately to avoid the risk of gout early.
