People with high uric acid can still eat meat, fish, and eggs if they know this way

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People with high uric acid do not need to absolutely abstain from meat, fish, or eggs. It is important to choose suitable foods and build a scientific diet.

Gout is a metabolic disease caused by increased uric acid in the blood, causing sudden swelling and arthritis attacks. Along with medical treatment, dietary changes play a very important role, but absolutely abstaining from protein from meat, fish, and eggs is a misconception.

ClassificationFood group & Impact on Uric Acid
Red meat and seafood contain a lot of purines, salt, and sweet fruit juice. Consumption needs to be controlled.

Supplement safe protein to support uric acid control

According to experts, patients do not need to abstain from protein in an extreme way but can still consume it. Protein needs need to be individualized. About 0.8 g/kg/day is only a reference level for many healthy adults; elderly people, people with malnutrition or kidney and liver diseases need to be specifically assessed by a doctor or nutritionist. It can be supplemented with chicken eggs, low-fat fresh milk, field fish or natural nuts.

However, to avoid triggering pain, it is absolutely necessary not to eat animal organs, alcohol and foods high in fructose (soft drinks, candies). Red meat (buffalo, beef) and purine-rich seafood also need to be minimized.

Infographic: Hướng dẫn định lượng đạm và thay đổi lối sống cho người bệnh gout. Việc tính toán lượng protein phù hợp kết hợp duy trì vận động có thể hỗ trợ kiểm soát nồng độ axit uric hiệu quả. Đồ họa: AI
Guidance on protein quantification and lifestyle changes for gout patients. Calculating the appropriate amount of protein combined with maintaining exercise can help effectively control uric acid levels. Graphics: AI

Choosing the right green vegetables helps neutralize uric acid

You should eat a variety of green vegetables, whole fruits and fiber-rich foods to support a balanced diet and control weight, avoiding high uric acid in the blood.

Change lifestyle to push back disease

In addition to diet, patients should control BMI at 18.5 - 23, drink enough water, quit smoking and maintain exercise for about 150 minutes/week. These habits can help limit disease progression and improve overall health.

The information in the article is for reference only, not for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should talk directly to your doctor for accurate and appropriate advice to your health condition.

Quick quiz on nutrition for Gout patients

Is drinking orange juice good for gout patients?

Although rich in vitamin C, orange juice contains a lot of natural sugar (fructose), if consumed excessively, it can contribute to increasing uric acid levels. Instead of juiceing, patients should prioritize eating whole segments of orange to maximize the amount of fiber beneficial to the body.

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