Diets & Weight Loss
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Drop Acid: The Surprising New Science of Uric Acid―The Key to Losing Weight, Controlling Blood Sugar, and Achieving Extraordinary Health
Unlock the secret to extraordinary health by reducing high uric acid levels-the hidden risk you didn't know you had-by the New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain and Brain Wash.
What do obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, fatty liver disease, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, stroke, neurological disorders, and premature death have in common? All can be stoked by high uric acid levels.
Our most respected scientific literature is bursting with evidence that elevated uric acid levels lie at the root of many pervasive health conditions, but mainstream medicine for the most part remains unaware of this connection. This is especially alarming because a large number of Americans don't know they are suffering from increased levels, putting them at risk for developing or exacerbating potentially life-threatening illnesses.
Offering an engaging blend of science and practical advice, Drop Acid exposes the deadly truth about uric acid and teaches invaluable strategies to manage its levels, including how to: Reduce fructose and foods high in "purines" through simple dietary edits Lower uric acid levels through natural hacks like consuming tart cherries, vitamin C, quercetin, and coffeeIdentify common pharmaceuticals that threaten to increase uric acidImplement lifestyle interventions, like restorative sleep and exerciseEasily test your uric acid levels at home-a test routinely performed in your doctor's office during regular check-ups but typically ignoredFeaturing the groundbreaking "LUV" (Lower Uric Values) diet, 35 delicious recipes, self-assessment quizzes, and a 21-day program for dropping levels, Drop Acid empowers readers with the information they need to address this hidden danger and live longer, leaner, and healthier lives.
What do obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, fatty liver disease, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, stroke, neurological disorders, and premature death have in common? All can be stoked by high uric acid levels.
Our most respected scientific literature is bursting with evidence that elevated uric acid levels lie at the root of many pervasive health conditions, but mainstream medicine for the most part remains unaware of this connection. This is especially alarming because a large number of Americans don't know they are suffering from increased levels, putting them at risk for developing or exacerbating potentially life-threatening illnesses.
Offering an engaging blend of science and practical advice, Drop Acid exposes the deadly truth about uric acid and teaches invaluable strategies to manage its levels, including how to: Reduce fructose and foods high in "purines" through simple dietary edits Lower uric acid levels through natural hacks like consuming tart cherries, vitamin C, quercetin, and coffeeIdentify common pharmaceuticals that threaten to increase uric acidImplement lifestyle interventions, like restorative sleep and exerciseEasily test your uric acid levels at home-a test routinely performed in your doctor's office during regular check-ups but typically ignoredFeaturing the groundbreaking "LUV" (Lower Uric Values) diet, 35 delicious recipes, self-assessment quizzes, and a 21-day program for dropping levels, Drop Acid empowers readers with the information they need to address this hidden danger and live longer, leaner, and healthier lives.
Editorial Reviews
"Drop Acid is the most informative, life-changing book I've read in years. It is undoubtedly, one of the most important books on human health this past decade and will be seen as a landmark in medicine. I've changed the way I live my life. A must-read."―David Sinclair, PhD, professor, Harvard Medical School, and author of Lifespan
"Dr. Perlmutter provides us with an exciting and powerful new tool for restoring metabolic health-controlling uric acid. Drop Acid explores the fascinating science that connects elevated uric acid to a wide array of threats to our health, and more importantly, shows us how we can readily bring uric acid under control and reclaim extraordinary health."―Mark Hyman, MD, author of Food
"In Drop Acid, Dr. Perlmutter opens yet another door to unlocking your healthiest, most vibrant life with just a few proven, practical, and accessible dietary and habit shifts."―Melissa Urban, Whole30 Co-Founder and New York Times best-selling author
"Drop Acid will change your brain and your life in more ways than you can imagine. Uric acid is the hidden killer that few were paying attention to until now. I highly recommend this new, groundbreaking book from Dr. Perlmutter. It's fascinating and filled with so much actionable information that will help you quickly."―Daniel G. Amen, MD, founder of Amen Clinics and author of The End of Mental Illness
"In typically brilliant fashion, one of the most trustworthy voices in medicine today has WOWED again. With Drop Acid, Dr. David Perlmutter has paved the way for a paradigm shift in the way we address the most threatening epidemics of our time. The stakes couldn't be higher, and Dr. Perlmutter offers scientifically supported practical advice, simple dietary changes, and natural hacks to tackle the metabolic issue underpinning obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, and more. Grateful readers will learn exactly how to easily overcome unexplained weight gain and chronic conditions that have plagued them for years."―JJ Virgin, author of The Virgin Diet
"Fructose has far-reaching negative consequences for health, and Dr. Perlmutter reveals that it threatens us by increasing uric acid levels. In a thoroughly enjoyable book, he not only breaks down the dangers lurkin...
"Dr. Perlmutter provides us with an exciting and powerful new tool for restoring metabolic health-controlling uric acid. Drop Acid explores the fascinating science that connects elevated uric acid to a wide array of threats to our health, and more importantly, shows us how we can readily bring uric acid under control and reclaim extraordinary health."―Mark Hyman, MD, author of Food
"In Drop Acid, Dr. Perlmutter opens yet another door to unlocking your healthiest, most vibrant life with just a few proven, practical, and accessible dietary and habit shifts."―Melissa Urban, Whole30 Co-Founder and New York Times best-selling author
"Drop Acid will change your brain and your life in more ways than you can imagine. Uric acid is the hidden killer that few were paying attention to until now. I highly recommend this new, groundbreaking book from Dr. Perlmutter. It's fascinating and filled with so much actionable information that will help you quickly."―Daniel G. Amen, MD, founder of Amen Clinics and author of The End of Mental Illness
"In typically brilliant fashion, one of the most trustworthy voices in medicine today has WOWED again. With Drop Acid, Dr. David Perlmutter has paved the way for a paradigm shift in the way we address the most threatening epidemics of our time. The stakes couldn't be higher, and Dr. Perlmutter offers scientifically supported practical advice, simple dietary changes, and natural hacks to tackle the metabolic issue underpinning obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, and more. Grateful readers will learn exactly how to easily overcome unexplained weight gain and chronic conditions that have plagued them for years."―JJ Virgin, author of The Virgin Diet
"Fructose has far-reaching negative consequences for health, and Dr. Perlmutter reveals that it threatens us by increasing uric acid levels. In a thoroughly enjoyable book, he not only breaks down the dangers lurkin...
Readers Top Reviews
Danni Steinmei
Dr. Perlmutter’s latest book “Drop Acid” is rich and dense with life-improving data, insights, and guidance. Whether this fascinating work discusses coffee (it’s great! Drink more), eggs (Nature’s perfect food), or beer (caution warning!), the book takes the reader on a scientific and health-enlightening journey that inspires us to improve our health snd wellness. The science and history of the effect of excess uric acid is alone worthwhile but the direction to a better life through improved health is the true value of this book. Highly recommended!
Charles O. Riggs
Just getting started on reading. Very interesting discussion on effects and causes of uric acid.
R MERRILLCharles
Very well written! Full of information as well as easy to read & understand! Helpful
Bogina l. spencer
due to lack of time or will, the author repeats his conclusions from previous books, bringing nothing new. he for some reason focuses on fructose while gently ignoring the destructive effects of meat and dairy products on the effectiveness of our kidneys. the only disappointment I can say about this book
Kindle Bogina l.
easy to read and understand, Dr Perlmutter delivers again
