In view of the fact that the blood uric acid in the human body is mainly the first to be the first to the dietary intake of purines and the degradation of endogenous purines, therefore, patients need to limit high-purine diets, reduce exogenous purine intake, reduce blood uric acid load, reduce the risk of gout occurrence or reduce the number of acute gout attacks, and delay the occurrence and development of related complications.
Causes of high uric acid
Dietary factors:
High-purine foods, such as liver, seafood, red meat, beer, etc., can promote the production of uric acid.
Obesity:
Obesity is highly correlated with uric acid because fat cells release a substance called obesity-related protein, which causes uric acid to rise.
Genetic factors:
Genetics play a role in uric acid levels, and high uric acid is present in some families.
Metabolic Syndrome:
Symptoms including high blood pressure, high insulin, and high blood lipids are all related to elevated uric acid.
Renal insufficiency:
The kidneys are the main organ that removes uric acid, and if kidney function is impaired, it can lead to a buildup of uric acid in the body.
Medication use:
Some medications, such as diuretics, antibiotics, aspirin, etc., can cause uric acid levels to rise.
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Internal organs
Internal organs such as liver, kidneys, rabbit meat, etc., contain high purines, and people with high uric acid are best to limit the intake of internal organs and choose other low-purine proteins**.
Seafood-based foods
Certain seafood, especially shellfish, shrimp, crabs, etc., is rich in purines. People with high uric acid should consume it with caution and avoid excessive intake.
Red meat
Red meat is also a food with a high purine content. Choosing lean meats, skinless poultry, etc., instead of red meat, can help control purine intake.
Beer
The yeast in beer contains more purines, and the alcohol in beer reduces uric acid excretion. Therefore, patients with high uric acid are advised to limit their beer intake.
Caffeinated beverages
Beverages that contain a lot of caffeine, such as espresso, energy drinks, etc., may also be associated with high uric acid. Drinking coffee in moderation may be safe, but excessive amounts should be avoided.
A diet high in sugar
Excessive sugar intake can lead to elevated uric acid, so people with high uric acid should limit their intake of high-sugar foods and beverages to maintain blood sugar balance.
Dietary guidance for patients with gout
Limit high-purine foods
Avoid internal organs:Such as liver, kidneys and other purine-rich foods.
Reduce seafood intake:Especially shellfish, shrimp and crabs.
Control meat:Especially red meat, choose lean meats and avoid excessive intake.
Control alcohol intake
Limit beer:Yeast and alcohol in beer can cause elevated uric acid levels.
Drink red wine in moderation:Some studies have shown that drinking red wine in moderation may be beneficial for people with gout.
Control your weight
Lose weight:Obesity is one of the risk factors for gout, and controlling your weight can help slow down the progression of gout.
Drink coffee in moderation
Drink coffee in moderationModerate coffee intake may be associated with lower uric acid levels.
Avoid high-sugar diets
Limit sugar:A diet high in sugar may be associated with elevated uric acid, and sugar intake should be controlled.
Eat a low-salt diet
Limit salt intakeA high-salt diet may increase uric acid production, and patients should limit their salt intake.