Potassium-rich bananas support uric acid excretion: Bananas provide a lot of potassium, which helps reduce the burden on the kidneys and support uric acid excretion. A potassium-rich diet is associated with reducing serum uric acid. Bananas also have low purines and antioxidant vitamin C. It is recommended to eat 1-2 fruits/day, avoiding excess fructose, especially in people with chronic kidney disease.
Apples neutralize uric acid with malic acid: Apples rich in malic acid help neutralize uric acid, limit crystallization at the joints. Quercetin can inhibit the enzyme xanthine oxidase, while pectin in the skin supports excretion through digestion. Regular apple consumption is associated with reducing the risk of acute gout attacks. Recommended 1-2 apples/day or unsweetened juice.
Coffee improves insulin sensitivity: Phenol compounds and chlorogenic acid in coffee help increase insulin sensitivity, thereby reducing uric acid reuptake in the kidneys. Regular coffee drinkers are at a lower risk of gout. However, only 1-2 cups of black coffee/day should be used, limiting sugar and condensed milk to avoid increasing uric acid.
Natural anti-inflammatory cherries: Cherries contain anthocyanins - a powerful anti-inflammatory active ingredient, which can help reduce pain and lower uric acid. Eating cherries regularly significantly reduces the risk of acute gout attacks. Recommended amount is about 10-12 fruits/day or 1 glass of unsweetened juice.
Green tea detoxifies the kidneys with catechin: EGCG in green tea helps fight oxidation, protect joint cartilage and support kidney function. Green tea also has a mild diuretic effect, contributing to the elimination of uric acid. Should be taken 1-2 cups/day, not too thick, no added sugar.
Orange and citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C: Vitamin C promotes kidney secretion of uric acid. Oranges and lemons after metabolism create an alkaline environment, which helps dissolve urate crystals and reduce the risk of kidney stones.
Low-purine dried nuts: Almonds, walnuts, cashews provide plant protein, omega-3 and vitamin E, supporting inflammation reduction without increasing purine load. Should be used about 30g/day.
Experts note that food only plays a supporting role. Gout patients need to maintain drinking enough water, limit alcohol, red meat and adhere to treatment as directed by a doctor.
