Reduce uric acid in the blood with foods rich in vitamin C
Vitamin C has the ability to reduce uric acid levels in the blood thanks to the mechanism of increasing uric acid excretion through the kidneys . Uric acid is the final product of the breakdown of purines - a compound found in many foods and body cells. With the strength of increasing the filtering capacity of the kidneys, vitamin C helps remove uric acid from the body more effectively, thereby reducing the risk of forming urate crystals and reducing the painful symptoms of gout .
In addition to reducing uric acid levels , vitamin C also plays an important role in anti-inflammation and anti-oxidation. Inflammatory agents in the body often trigger the production of uric acid. Therefore, when vitamin C reduces inflammation, it also indirectly reduces the formation of uric acid.
Notes for proper vitamin C supplementation
Foods rich in vitamin C such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits, kiwis, bell peppers, tomatoes, guavas, limes, and green leafy vegetables are good for people with high uric acid. The correct way to use them is to eat them directly or squeeze the juice and mix it with warm water to drink. However, with sour fruits such as lemons and grapefruits, you should only use them when you are full because if you use them when you are hungry, it can lead to the risk of stomach pain .
Although vitamin C has many benefits, taking or supplementing too much vitamin C can cause many consequences. Excessive vitamin C intake, over 2,000 mg/day, can cause side effects such as nausea, diarrhea and increased risk of kidney stones. People with gout need to pay special attention to this issue because increased uric acid excretion can increase pressure on the kidneys...
