Routine consumption of large amounts of carbohydrates is known to contribute to gout. Explain how a high level of carbohydrates in metabolism contributes to gout. In your answer start with the molecular pathway affected, including important enzyme(s) and cofactor(s), and finish with the molecular basis of gout symptoms.

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  1. Routine consumption of large amounts of carbohydrates is known to contribute to gout. Explain how a high level of carbohydrates in metabolism contributes to gout. In your answer start with the molecular pathway affected, including important enzyme(s) and cofactor(s), and finish with the molecular basis of gout symptoms.

 

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