There is a naturally occurring substance in foods, and in the tissues of our bodies, called Purines. The human body uses uric acid to break down Purines. Sometimes a high Purine diet can lead to an excessive production of uric acid. When uric acid begins to build up, Gout, a form of arthritis, begins to develop.
Gout occurs when the uric acid begins to crystallize into razor sharp, jagged formations inside the blood stream. These microscopic crystals are the cause of the excruciating pain and swelling that gout is famous for. It is important to know what the causes are of uric acid accumulation and to recognize a gout attack when it's occurring.
