Mistake that honey is completely safe because it is a natural food and does not contain purines
In fact, although honey has very little purine, a direct factor in uric acid production, it contains a fairly high content of fructose. Fructose, when metabolized in the liver, will stimulate the uric acid production process. According to nutrition experts from Healthline (USA), fructose is one of the sugars clearly related to increasing uric acid levels in the blood, even when the source of fructose comes from natural foods such as honey or fruit.
Mistakes when drinking honey in large doses and using it daily
Many people have a habit of mixing honey with warm water, lemon or tea and drinking continuously with the thought of helping to detoxify the body. Studies published in international medical journals show that high fructose consumption can increase blood uric acid and the risk of acute gout attacks. Although the effect of honey is milder than refined sugar or fructose syrup, prolonged use and overdose can still be detrimental to people with uric acid metabolism disorders.
Mistake of using honey while ignoring treatment regimens
Many people believe that eating naturally is enough, thereby neglecting controlling sugar intake, weight and adherence to treatment. The Arthritis Foundation (USA) recommends that gout patients should limit all fructose sources, including honey, especially when uric acid is not controlled stably. Honey use cannot replace uric acid suppressants or a scientific diet.
