Re: I'm having gout - is it because of ACV + DE?

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Seaweeds, like dulse, can aggravate gout.
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That sucks. I just bought 3 pounds of Dulse. Are seaweeds high in purines? What is it in seaweeds that can aggravate gout?

Seaweeds are considered high in purines.

On the other hand, I read somewhere that Dulse has elements to eliminate excess uric acid from the body. There's no truth to that at all?

Yes, there is some truth to this as well.  In fact, you will find various sites recommending seaweeds in general to treat gout.  The reason is that hypothyroidism can contribute to increased acid levels.  And dulse and other seaweeds can address some causes of hypothyroidism.  Keep in mind though that not all cases of hypothyroidism involve a lack of iodine, and too much iodine can actually aggravate Hashimoto's thyroidosis, a form of hypothyroidism.

So there are other factors that can be involved.  Small amounts of dulse can still be ingested, but you need to counter the uric acid somehow such as more water and malic acid.  Nettle leaf, juniper berry, celery seed, and avoiding alcohol can also help with keeping uric acid levels down.