Molybdenum is a component of xanthine oxidase, aldehyde oxidase, and sulfite oxidase, which are important enzyme systems. Xanthine oxidase is involved in converting nucleic acid to uric acid, a waste product of protein purine metabolism, and although elevated uric acid can cause gouty attacks in prone individuals, normal uric acid levels are actually beneficial, as they have antioxidative properties and protect cells from free radicals... Full Text