Sunday, May 26, 2013

Overconsumption of purine-rich foods like lobster, foie gras, and liver can lead to gout, a type of arthritis.

Gout attacks can last for weeks , and can damage joints, tendons, and other tissues. Gout has been called the “rich man’s disease” because of its association with fine foods like lobster and foie gras. But, gout can also be caused by excessive alcohol use; this type is known as “poor...
Overconsumption of purine-rich foods like lobster, foie gras, and liver can lead to gout, a type of arthritis.

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