When people hear about uric acid, it’s almost always in the context of it being a causal factor for gout.But if more people knew the full extent of how it affects our metabolism, cardiovascular health, and risk for Alzheimer’s and dementia, we might pay more attention to it.In this episode of Health Theory, Dr. David Perlmutter returns with the latest research on how uric acid is about much more than just gout.He explains the relationship between uric acid, insulin, and fructose, why it doesn’t mean that all fruits are bad for you, and how our modern problem with uric acid is actually the result of a disconnect between evolution and environment.If you want to dive deeper into the latest knowledge bomb from Dr. Perlmutter, you’ll definitely want to check out his new book, Drop Acid: The Surprising New Science of Uric Acid - The Key to Losing Weight, Controlling Blood Sugar and Achieving Extraordinary HealthClick here to pre-order: https://amzn.to/3HQykY5SHOW NOTES:00:00 | Introduction00:43 | Uric Acid and Metabolism06:42 | The Problem With Fructose12:22 | What Does Uric Acid Do?23:58 | Eat to Lower Uric Acid33:43 | The Cause of Type 2 Diabetes41:48 | The Ideal Diet & Lifestyle Follow Dr. David Perlmutter:Website: https://www.drperlmutter.comTwitter: https://bit.ly/3GRK37jFacebook: https://bit.ly/3Bkb8yZInstagram: https://bit.ly/3swlmYYOrder Dr. Perlmutter’s new book, Drop Acid: https://amzn.to/3HQykY5Check out our sponsors: PrivateInternetAccess.com/IMPACT Get 3 years + 4 months free for only $1.98 per month (83% OFF)ButcherBox: Sign up at ButcherBox.com/impact Athletic Greens: Go to athleticgreens.com/impact and receive a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase! InsideTracker: Get 25% off their entire store at insidetracker.com/impacttheoryAre You Ready for EXTRA Impact?If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJazSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices