Metabolic Evaluator
Uric Acid Evaluator
Three Evaluation Paradigms
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Standard Medical
💊 Medication threshold for gout
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Research Consensus
✓ Minimizes metabolic risk
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Metabolic Optimization
⚠️ Temporarily rises during adaptation
💊 Medication threshold for gout
✓ Minimizes metabolic risk
⚠️ Temporarily rises during adaptation
End product of purine metabolism. Elevated levels linked to gout, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular risk.
Uric acid temporarily rises during the first 2-4 weeks of keto adaptation due to competition for excretion with ketones. If you recently started keto, retest in 4-6 weeks.
Uric acid is the end product of purine metabolism. Elevated levels may indicate risk for gout, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular issues.
Fructose consumption particularly raises uric acid. High-fructose corn syrup is a major culprit.
Elevated uric acid often correlates with insulin resistance. Improving metabolic health often normalizes levels.
Fructose is the only carbohydrate that directly raises uric acid. When metabolizing fructose, ATP breaks down to AMP, which converts to uric acid.
Source: Dr. Richard Johnson's research (The Fat Switch, Nature Reviews Nephrology)
This evaluator is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for persistently elevated uric acid.