Does champagne consumption increase uric acid in blood?

Champagne consumption can temporarily increase uric acid levels in the blood.

Champagne is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes. It contains purines, which are compounds that can be broken down into uric acid in the body. When uric acid levels in the blood become too high, it can lead to a condition called gout, which is characterized by painful inflammation in the joints.

Although champagne does contain purines, the amount of purines in champagne is relatively low compared to other alcoholic beverages such as beer and spirits. Therefore, moderate consumption of champagne is not likely to cause a significant increase in uric acid levels in the blood for most people.

However, individuals who are already prone to gout or have high uric acid levels should exercise caution when consuming champagne, as it may trigger an attack of gout. It is also important to drink plenty of water when consuming alcohol to help flush out excess uric acid from the body.