A healthy, plant-rich diet and drinking enough water are recommended by nutritionists to help control uric acid more effectively in addition to medical treatment.
Choosing foods low in purines, high in fiber and vitamin C helps the body reduce uric acid production and increase uric acid excretion. Experts recommend that people with high uric acid levels should reduce red meat, sugary drinks and alcohol; instead eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains and drink plenty of water.
Porridge is a familiar dish, we can use brown rice, oats, green beans, pumpkins or colorful vegetables instead of eating pure white porridge, so increase the amount of fiber and vitamin C, helping to support kidney function in filtering and eliminating uric acid. Supplementing fruits rich in vitamin C such as oranges, tangerines, cherries into breakfast or dessert is also recognized by many studies around the world to support reducing uric acid.
Nutrition experts at Mayo Clinic (USA) commented: "Small changes in cooking and choosing ingredients can help reduce daily purine intake and improve uric acid excretion from the kidneys". However, according to Mayo Clinic, diet is only part of a gout control strategy, to achieve sustainable effectiveness, it is necessary to combine regular exercise, maintain a reasonable weight and periodic medical monitoring.
