1. Fruits
Some fruits that are good for people with high uric acid levels in the blood can be consulted such as:
Bananas have a very low purine content, which can help reduce blood acid levels, especially beneficial for people with gout.
This fruit contains high levels of fiber, has the ability to absorb uric acid in the blood and enhance the elimination of excess uric acid from the body. In addition, the malic acid compound in apples also helps neutralize uric acid, which is good for gout patients.
Cherry is rich in natural anti-inflammatory ingredients, called anthocyanins, which can reduce blood uric acid levels and prevent uric acid crystallizing in joints.
Citrus fruits: Citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits, tangerines... are rich sources of vitamin C and citric acid, helping to support the body to maintain stable uric acid levels, and enhance the elimination of excess substances to prevent serious diseases.
This fruit is very rich in vitamin E, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, so it is especially beneficial for people with gout.
2. Green tea
Green tea has the ability to reduce uric acid production in the body. This is a good drink for people with gout or high uric acid levels in the blood.
3. Green vegetables and fruits
Tomatoes, broccoli and cucumbers are foods that have the ability to reduce uric acid levels in the body thanks to the mechanism of increasing blood alkalinity. Patients can eat them raw or steamed.
4. Beans
When abstaining from red meat, patients should supplement protein for the body through beans such as lentils, peas... This type of food has the ability to neutralize uric acid and prevent gout progression.
5. Foods rich in vitamin C
Vitamin C has the ability to break down and accelerate the excretion of uric acid from the body through urine. Patients should actively supplement this nutrient-rich food into their daily menu, typically such as: kiwi, bell peppers, tomatoes, green leafy vegetables, guava, lemon...
In addition, people with hyperuricemia or gout should prioritize eating foods of group I (0 - 15mg purines/100g) and group II (50 - 150mg/100g), including: Cereals, butter, eggs, milk, cheese (Group I), lean meat, fish, poultry, beans (Group II).
