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Gout, gout, its pain is like a knife, and it makes people feel painful. For patients who suffer from gout, the pain at night is like a white tiger going through a catastrophe, making people unable to sleep at night. Uric acid is exceeded, and crystals are deposited in the joints, which is the root cause of gout.
Once uric acid is exceeded, the risk of complications is always at risk, so it is important to control uric acid. The pain of gout makes people deeply feel the fragility and impermanence of life, and reminds us to cherish life and care for health.
High uric acid is closely related to gout and can be said to be one of the main causes of gout. Uric acid is a product of purine metabolism in the human body, and under normal circumstances, the production and excretion of uric acid are in a state of balance. However, when uric acid excretion decreases or is synthesized more, it can lead to an increase in uric acid levels in the body, which can lead to a range of health problems, the most common of which is gout.
The specific mechanism of high uric acid causing gout is complex, involving the deposition of urate crystals on the synovial membrane and cartilage surface of joints, causing inflammation and pain. In addition, long-term hyperuricemia can also cause damage to the kidneys, leading to diseases such as renal insufficiency. Therefore, for patients with high uric acid, it is very necessary to take timely measures to reduce uric acid levels and prevent the occurrence of gout.
1. First of all, joint pain, redness and swelling are the most common symptoms. The persistent pain that penetrates deep into the bone marrow, especially in the joints of the thumb and toes, is like a burning iron brand. At night or early in the morning, the pain may worsen, worse to the touch.
2. Secondly, gout attacks are often cyclical. Sudden, severe joint pain that lasts for hours or days, then disappears as if by magic, only to come back soon after. This kind of irregular reversal is a major feature of gout.
3. Uric acid stones are also a complication of gout. The level of uric acid in the body increases, forming urate crystals. If these crystals are deposited in the urinary tract or kidneys, they can cause diseases such as urinary stones or kidney stones. The appearance of symptoms such as urgency, painful urination, and hematuria may be a manifestation of high uric acid leading to worsening of gout and aggravation of the condition.
4. Finally, tophi is a clear sign of gout invasion. Some people with gout may develop tophi around the joints, such as the pinna, fingers, and foot joints. These tophi are formed by the deposition of crystals excreted by uric acid around the joints in the ** tissues, which are the late symptoms of gout and are very obvious.
According to the "Hyperuricemia and Gout Trend in China" report released in 2021, the number of patients with hyperuricemia in China has reached 17.7 billion, of which more than 14.66 million suffer from gout.
Nowadays, gout has become the second largest metabolic disease in China, and its root cause is the increase in uric acid levels. Of course, it has a lot to do with our diet and habits. This data is shocking and reminds us that we must pay attention to the management of uric acid levels and maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent and reduce the occurrence of gout.
In China, there are a large number of gout patients, which is actually closely related to the following reasons. We should be aware of these risks and avoid them in order to protect our health.
1.The diet is not reasonable:Over-indulging in glutamine-rich foods such as alcohol, meat, and seafood, favoring high-calorie fast food and snacks while ignoring fiber-rich foods such as vegetables and fruits, may lead to worsening of hyperuricemia.
2.Lack of exercise:Lack of moderate physical exercise, sitting for long periods of time, and lack of activity slow down metabolism and decrease the body's ability to detoxify. However, food intake is gradually increasing, leading to the emergence of metabolic diseases such as energy imbalance, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes, which exacerbates the accumulation of uric acid in the body.
3.Drink sweetened drinks and soft drinks:Beverages high in sugar, color, and acidity are important triggers of hyperuricemia. Studies have shown that increasing the intake of one sweetened beverage per day, including regular beverages and oxalic beverages, increases the risk of gout30.
4.Metabolic Related Diseases:Metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity are often associated with hyperuricemia. These diseases themselves carry a high risk of triggering gout.
High uric acid, a seemingly ordinary term, actually contains an imbalance of purine substances in the human body. Many people regard soy products as the culprit of high uric acid, believing that their high purine properties can adversely affect uric acid levels. However, this is not the case.
Only 20% of purines in the human body come from food intake, while the remaining 80% is produced by the body's own metabolism. In the production process of soy products, dried beans are soaked in water, ground and stewed, and their purine content will be lost or diluted accordingly. Taking tofu as an example, the purine content in every 100 grams of tofu is less than 70 mg, and the cooked soybean is even lower than 50 mg, which is a low-purine food.
In fact, a 2015 study by the National University of Singapore found that soybeans and their legumes not only do not induce gout, but may have a gout-prevention effect. In the same year, a 2012 survey in Shanghai also showed that the total dietary protein intake was not directly related to hyperuricemia, and protein from plant foods could even control uric acid levels to a certain extent and prevent the occurrence of gout.
For patients with high uric acid, some soy products can be consumed in moderation. The following foods should really be eaten less to prevent the occurrence of gout.
Spinach
Spinach is high in purines, and if consumed regularly, it may lead to an increase in the concentration of uric acid in the body, which can aggravate the symptoms of gout. Therefore, for people with gout, dietary control is crucial.
While enjoying food, we must pay attention to limiting the intake of purine substances, and we should try to avoid high-purine foods like spinach. Only in this way can we effectively prevent the continuous rise of uric acid in the body and protect our health.
Soybean sprouts
Soybean sprouts, a beloved ingredient, are rich in vitamins and protein, but they are also a hiding place for purines.
If it is frequently included in the diet, it may lead to a constant increase in the concentration of uric acid in the body, which can adversely affect the ** of gout. Therefore, on the road of ventilation management, we must pay enough attention to diet and strictly control the intake of purine substances to prevent the deterioration of the condition.
Pea sprouts
Although pea seedlings are rich in nutrients, they also contain more purines. Intake of pea seedlings can easily lead to purine metabolism disorders, which increases the production of uric acid in the body, which is not conducive to the improvement of the condition. Therefore, patients with gout should avoid regular consumption of pea seedlings to prevent excessive intake of purine substances from causing health effects.
For people with gout, it is very necessary to pay strict attention to dietary issues. Some foods need to be avoided to prevent the concentration of uric acid in the body from rising and causing gout to worsen. Only by strictly following the principles of diet can we better control the condition of gout and allow the body to recover health.
Broccoli. Broccoli, a seemingly ordinary vegetable, actually contains low purines, which is very friendly to gout patients. It not only nourishes the kidneys and improves kidney function, but also removes toxins from the blood vessels and reduces uric acid deposition. Imagine that the blood vessels in the body are like streams, and the broccoli is like a scavenger, removing garbage and keeping them open.
Chinese cabbage. Chinese cabbage is not only close to the people, delicious and delicious, but also the gospel of gout patients. It helps in urination, reduces the deposition of uric acid and toxins in the body, and reduces the burden on the kidneys. In the view of traditional Chinese medicine, Chinese cabbage is an alkaline food that contains less purines, which helps to accelerate the excretion of uric acid. Imagine that Chinese cabbage is like a diligent porter, moving out the uric acid in the body little by little, making the body more refreshing.
Lettuce. Lettuce contains a unique "chestnut quetin", which helps to speed up metabolism, accelerate the excretion of uric acid, and keep the uric acid value stable. For gout sufferers, lettuce is undoubtedly a big help. Not only does it relieve physical discomfort but it also relieves pain. Imagine lettuce as a professional masseuse, giving a deep massage to the body of a gout sufferer, allowing it to gradually regain its health.
Eggplant. Eggplant is an alkaline food that neutralizes uric acid in the body. Its active ingredients can invigorate blood and reduce swelling, clear away heat and relieve pain, and bring a trace of comfort to gout patients. However, when cooking, it is important to note that steaming is the best option and avoid consuming too much fat. Imagine that the eggplant is like a gentle **, gently brushing away the pain and discomfort for gout patients.
High uric acid gout is not only determined by genetics, it is more like a complex picture woven by many factors. The seeds of heredity may have sown the seeds of risk in the dense fog of high uric acid, but the wind and rain in the external environment are the key to the development of gout attacks. Like the tides of the ocean, genes may set the rhythm of the rising tide, but the storm is the relentless director of the high tide.
Studies have revealed that the genetic probability of high uric acid is between 27% and 41%, while the genetic probability of gout is around 30%. However, 20% of people with gout can find traces of the disease in their family tree. Digging deeper, we found that about 30 genes are closely linked to abnormal uric acid metabolism, like a chain.
High uric acid may be caused by excessive uric acid production in the body, or it may be due to poor excretion. Genes may be the driving force behind the overproduction of uric acid, but how about the immune system's gateway opener, a masterpiece of genetics? However, compared to genetic factors, the influence of the external environment is more spectacular. Poor lifestyle habits, diet, obesity and alcohol consumption can all trigger a storm of high uric acid gout.
Since we can't change the arrangement of our genes, life conditioning has become an important part of our resistance to high uric acid gout. Only by doing a good job of life conditioning can we effectively reduce the risk and prevent the recurrence of high uric acid gout. Therefore, we need to maintain a healthy lifestyle to reduce the probability of high uric acid gout.
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