Dietary change can support overall health, but NICE says there is insufficient evidence that a specific diet prevents flares or lowers serum urate. People who meet criteria for urate-lowering therapy should discuss treatment with their clinician rather than substituting a restrictive diet.
Dietary change can support overall health, but NICE says there is insufficient evidence that a specific diet prevents flares or lowers serum urate. People who meet criteria for urate-lowering therapy should discuss treatment with their clinician rather than substituting a restrictive diet.
Verdict: Misleading.
Dietary change can support overall health, but NICE says there is insufficient evidence that a specific diet prevents flares or lowers serum urate. People who meet criteria for urate-lowering therapy should discuss treatment with their clinician rather than substituting a restrictive diet.
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