According to the Arthritis Foundation and National Library of Medicine (NIH), spinach ( spinach) contains a fairly high purine content - a substance that when broken down will create uric acid. For healthy people, this purine is less effective, but for people with high uric acid levels, eating a lot of spinach can increase the risk of gout attacks.
In addition to spinach, some other vegetables such as asparagus and broccoli also have a relatively high purine content. However, they are still considered an important source of nutrition, rich in vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. Therefore, experts recommend that people with high uric acid do not need to abstain completely, but should limit their portions and combine a variety of vegetables with less purines such as cucumber, tomato, and squash.
In addition to adjusting the diet, experts from the Arthritis Foundation emphasize the importance of drinking enough water, limiting alcohol and maintaining a reasonable weight. These habits help the body eliminate uric acid better, reduce the risk of gout recurrence and protect long-term health.
