It's Chinese New Year! Even if you usually restrain your diet, you will inevitably eat big fish and meat at this time. But friends with high uric acid can't be presumptuous, otherwise they will have a gout attack.
If your family and friends have problems with high uric acid, I also recommend that you take care of them a little and eat less meat dishes on the dinner table.
Who is prone to high uric acid?
High uric acid and gout, which used to be only for middle-aged and elderly people, seem to be getting younger and younger, which is also related to the prevalence of cardiovascular disease and diabetes among young people.
High uric acid is easy to be accompanied by high blood pressure, dyslipid metabolism, diabetes, obesity and other diseases, and long-term high-calorie diet, lack of exercise, and heavy alcohol consumption are easy to lead to these problems.
There are also some fitness friends who eat a lot of meat and are prone to this problem.
During the Spring Festival, the dietary precautions for people with high uric acid can refer to these!
01Drink appropriate water to promote uric acid excretion
Drinking water in moderation is one of the basic measures to reduce uric acid levels. Adequate water intake can increase urine output, which promotes uric acid excretion. During the Spring Festival, people are often busy with gatherings and entertainment, and it is easy to ignore the importance of drinking water. Therefore, people with high uric acid should pay special attention to reminding themselves to drink more water.
In addition to plain water, green tea is also a good choice. Green tea is rich in antioxidants such as tea polyphenols and catechins, which can not only help remove free radicals in the body, but also have a certain diuretic effect and help in the excretion of uric acid. Of course, drink plenty of water, as drinking too much water may increase the burden on your kidneys.
It is generally recommended to drink between 2000-3000 ml of water per day, which should be adjusted according to the individual's weight and activity level.
02 Moderate intake of soy products to supplement high-quality protein
Soy products such as tofu and soy milk are frequent guests on the table during the Spring Festival. They are rich in high-quality protein, plant fiber, and a variety of trace elements, which are beneficial to human health.
However, since soy products contain a certain amount of purines, people with high uric acid need to pay attention to the appropriate amount when ingesting.
03 Meat intake should be controlled, and low-purine meat is the first choice
During the Spring Festival, meat food is undoubtedly the protagonist of the table. However, for people with high uric acid, meat intake needs to be particularly controlled.
This is because meat contains high levels of purines and fats, and excessive intake can easily lead to elevated uric acid and dyslipidemia. When choosing meat, people with high uric acid should give preference to low-purine meats such as lean meat and fish. Not only are these meats relatively low in purines, but they are also rich in nutrients such as high-quality proteins, unsaturated fatty acids, and other nutrients that help maintain good health. In addition, the way of cooking is also important.
Try to choose low-oil and low-salt cooking methods such as steaming and stewing, and avoid high-oil and high-salt practices such as frying and grilling. This not only reduces the intake of fats and salts, but also better preserves the nutrients of the meat.
04Avoid foods high in sodium to reduce health risks
High-sodium foods are a type of food that needs special attention during the Spring Festival. Pickles, smoked foods, pickled foods, etc. are all high-sodium foods, which not only have a high purine content, but also greatly exceed the salt content.
Consuming too much high-sodium foods is not only detrimental to controlling uric acid levels, but may also increase health risks such as high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. In order to reduce health risks, people with high uric acid should try to avoid or reduce the intake of high-sodium foods during the Spring Festival. You can choose some fresh, low-salt foods to replace high-sodium foods, such as fresh vegetables, fruits, etc.
These foods are rich in trace elements such as potassium and magnesium and a variety of vitamins that help maintain electrolyte balance in the body and lower blood pressure.
05.Vegetables and fruits are indispensable, and nutritional balance is the key
The doctor also emphasized the importance of fruits and vegetables in the diet during the Chinese New Year. Fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, which are essential for maintaining good health.
Not only do they provide a variety of nutrients that the body needs, but they also help promote digestion, prevent constipation, and more. During the Spring Festival, due to the change of dietary structure and the increase in the diversity of food intake, people tend to ignore the intake of vegetables and fruits. Therefore, people with high uric acid should pay special attention to reminding themselves to eat more vegetables and fruits to maintain a balanced nutrition. You can choose some vegetables and fruits that are rich in vitamin C and vitamin E, such as citrus, strawberries, spinach, broccoli, etc. These fruits and vegetables are not only nutritious, but also have a certain antioxidant effect, which helps to remove free radicals in the body and protect cells from damage.
Therefore, maintaining a healthy diet during the Spring Festival is very important for people with high uric acid. By drinking water in moderation, intaking soy products in moderation, controlling meat intake, avoiding high-sodium foods, and eating more fruits and vegetables, we can effectively control uric acid levels and reduce related health risks.