Health Score Guide
What is the Health Score?
Your Health Score is a daily indicator (0–100 points) that helps you understand how your lifestyle and gout management decisions impact your long-term joint health and uric acid levels. A higher score means healthier daily habits and better gout risk control.
How is My Health Score Calculated?
Your score combines daily lifestyle choices with your long-term gout management profile. It is broken down as follows:
1. Daily Lifestyle (70 Points)
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Purine Intake (0–35 points) The less purine you consume compared to your recommended daily limit, the higher your score. If you exceed the limit, your score drops quickly.
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Water Intake (0–20 points) Drinking enough water helps lower uric acid. Meeting or exceeding your daily goal earns full points.
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Healthy BMI (0–10 points) Keeping your weight in a healthy range is key to preventing gout attacks. Ideal BMI (18.5–24.9): full points. Overweight or underweight: partial points.
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Other Habits (5 points) This area is for additional healthy habits (like sleep or exercise), and will expand in the future.
2. Gout Risk Adjustment (Up to -35 or +5 Points)
These factors reflect your long-term gout control and may raise or lower your daily score:
- Gout Stage If you’re in the acute or chronic stage, your score will be reduced.
- Recent Gout Attacks If you had a gout flare in the last month or often get attacks, points will be deducted.
- Medication and Uric Acid Control If you’re on medication and your uric acid is well-controlled, you may receive bonus points. If your uric acid is high and not on medication, your score will be reduced.
- Current Uric Acid Level Higher levels mean a higher risk for future attacks. Severe elevation will sharply lower your score.
What Does My Score Mean?
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90–100: Excellent (Green) You are managing your lifestyle and gout risk very well. Keep it up!
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70–89: Fair (Yellow) There’s room for improvement—focus on purine control, drinking more water, and regular medication or check-ups.
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Below 70: At Risk (Red) Your recent habits or medical profile suggest increased gout risk. Review your score breakdown and consider what can be improved today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did my score drop suddenly? A: A recent gout attack, high purine intake, or elevated uric acid will sharply lower your score.
Q: Can I improve my score quickly? A: Yes—drinking enough water, staying within your purine limit, and taking medications as prescribed will help.
Q: Is this score a medical diagnosis? A: No, but it is based on international clinical guidelines for gout self-management and helps you spot problems early.
Score Breakdown Example
| Factor | Your Value | Points |
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| Purine Intake | 85% of limit | 32/35 |
| Water Intake | 110% of goal | 20/20 |
| BMI | 24 | 10/10 |
| Other Habits | – | 5/5 |
| Gout Stage | Chronic | -10 |
| Last Gout Attack | 15 days ago | -7 |
| Medication/Uric Acid | On Rx, 6.0 | +5 |
| Uric Acid Level | 5.8 mg/dL | 0 |
| Total | 55/100 |
Tips for a Higher Health Score
- Track your food and drinks daily.
- Drink enough water—aim for your goal every day.
- Take prescribed gout medication regularly.
- Keep your weight in a healthy range.
- Follow up with your doctor for uric acid checks.
For more details, tap any score component in the app for a personalized explanation.
This Health Score system is designed for education and daily motivation, and follows best practices in Western gout management. For any medical concerns, please consult your healthcare provider.