A study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) shows that drinking juices rich in potassium and flavonoids after breakfast helps increase uric acid excretion rate by 12-18% within the first 3 hours of eating.
This is especially important for people at high risk of gout or hyperuricemia.
Celery contains compounds apigenin and luteoline, two flavonoids that have anti-inflammatory effects, mild diuretic and support effective liver and kidney function.
Research published in the Journal of Natural Products shows that celery extract helps inhibit the enzyme xanthine oxidase, an enzyme involved in the formation of uric acid.
When this enzyme is inhibited, uric acid levels in the blood tend to decrease steadily.
In addition, celery has a high water content (more than 90%), helping to increase urine volume, an important factor in eliminating uric acid from the body.
Green apples are rich in vitamin C, pectin and malic acid, compounds that have the effect of alkalining the body and supporting uric acid neutralization.
A comprehensive analysis published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2023) shows that people with a daily vitamin C intake of over 500 mg have a 20% lower risk of hyperuricemia than the control group.
Green apple juice works in two ways:
Increased excretion: High water and potassium content helps increase urine output, stimulating the kidneys to excrete uric acid.
Reduced production: Flavonoids in celery inhibit enzymes that create uric acid, reducing the risk of accumulation.
Vitamin C and antioxidants in apples help protect the liver, the body responsible for metabolizing many toxins, including purines.
A clinical trial by the University of Toronto ( Canada, 2024) showed that after 6 weeks of supplementing celery - green apple juice every morning, 72% of people with mild uric acid recorded an average reduction of 0.8 mg/dL.
Squeeze or puree the green apple juice and strain, drink immediately after breakfast for about 15-30 minutes to achieve optimal results. Recommended dosage: 1 glass of 250 ml per day, 4-5 times/week.
People with late-stage kidney disease should consult a doctor before applying it regularly.
Green apple juice is not a treatment for gout, but it is an effective way to support the control of natural uric acid.
Combined with a low-purine diet, limiting red meat and organs, while maintaining gentle movement, the body can control uric acid stably without having to depend entirely on drugs.
