Why do a lot of Samoans have gout?
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Pacific Island populations, especially those of Polynesian descent, have a notably high prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout. The question of why so many Samoans have gout involves a complex interplay of genetic predisposition, dietary shifts, and other environmental factors. This phenomenon predates European colonization, suggesting a deeply rooted biological basis, which is now exacerbated by modern lifestyle changes.
