Skim Milk May Help Manage Gout

Gout is considered one of the most painful types of arthritis. Managing gout can be difficult. Studies have shown that people who drink a lot of milk have a lower risk of developing gout. Last week, at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting, researchers reported the results of a study which assessed the effect of skim milk on serum uric acid concentrations. Elevated uric acid concentrations can increase the risk of gout.

Along with three different types of skim milk, researchers also tested soy milk. After drinking soy milk, uric acid concentrations rose 10%. All skim milk versions brought uric acid concentration down by 10%. Bottom line -- skim milk may be beneficial for gout prevention, as well as gout treatment, because it reduces uric acid concentration short-term. Researchers are now studying long term effects.

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