Increase fiber in meals
People with high uric acid should both cut down on foods rich in purines and supplement soluble fiber from foods such as apples, oats, barley or vegetables. Fiber helps keep uric acid in the intestines and push it out through stools, reducing the filter pressure on the kidneys.
Prioritize low-fructose fruits
Although the fruit is good, consuming too much fructose such as grapes, mangoes, fabric... can increase uric acid. More suitable options include guava, papaya, orange, lemon and berries that are rich in vitamins and do not cause sudden increases in fructose.
Create a break between meals
Slight intermittent fasting (about 10-12 hours, such as eating dinner before 8pm and breakfast after 8am) helps the kidneys have better time to excrete uric acid. This eating regimen also promotes improved inflammation, insulin response, and metabolism.
Supplement fermented foods
A healthy gut microbiome contributes to the breakdown of purines before they are absorbed into the blood. Homemade yogurt, pickled melon, fermented oatmeal porridge or butter Milk all provide good probiotics. When the intestines are stable, uric acid also tends to maintain more balanced levels.
Drink enough and proper water
Supplementing water properly helps the kidneys eliminate uric acid more effectively. Instead of drinking a lot at once, you should divide it into small sips during the day. A cup of warm water in the morning also helps to wake up the digestive system and supports the metabolism process, thereby indirectly reducing uric acid.
Use good spices
Familiar spices such as ginger, turmeric, and fennel all have the effect of supporting digestion, reducing inflammation, and improving blood circulation. They help reduce pressure on the kidneys and limit oxidative stress, thereby effectively dividing uric acid.
