Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis. It is caused by an elevation of serum uric acid levels which lead to an accumulation of crystals in the joints.
Factors that can contribute to a high uric acid level include - excess alcohol consumption, a diet high in purines (purines are broken down into uric acid), obesity, renal insufficiency, genetics, underactive thyroid, and metabolic or endocrine conditions such as diabetes or acidosis.
To lower the level of uric acid and prevent gout, it is essential to maintain good eating habits. Foods recommended to avoid this condition include:
#1 Cherries have anti-inflammatory substances named anthocyanis which help reduce uric acid levels as well as they prevent the uric acid from crystallizing and being deposited in the joints. Consuming 200 g per day is considered to be a sufficient quantity in bringing down uric acid levels in the body.
#2 Berries, especially blueberries and strawberries, have strong anti-inflammatory properties, therefore, include them in your regular diet. Also, the resveratrol found in many berries have anti-arthritic nature and has been found to be therapeutic in treating arthritis.
#3 Bananas are one of the world's most popular fruits, stuffed with vitamins and minerals, especially potassium. Interestingly, the potassium present in bananas contains organic salts like malate and citrate. These salts can neutralize uric acid in the urine.
#4 Garlic helps treat various conditions because it has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiparasitic properties. Garlic also contains sulfur which is important for the regulation of uric acid levels.
#5 Lime contains citric acid (about 6 percent) which helps in dissolving the uric acid. It definitely should be included in your gout diet since lime is also a stimulant to the liver.
#6 The alkalinity of the minerals in cucumber juice effectively helps in regulating the body’s blood pH and for removing uric acid in the joints.
#7 Chia and flax seeds - they are one of the best sources of fiber, and according to the University of Maryland Medical Centre, foods rich in dietary fiber considerably help in lowering the levels of uric acid.
#8 Celery seed is a popular home remedy to lower uric acid levels in the body due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
#9 Artichokes have excellent diuretic properties to eliminate and reduce uric acid naturally. Moreover, artichokes contain lots of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and dietary fiber, that enhance the overall health.
#10 Pinto beans are rich in vitamin B9 (better known as folate) which is very important for the treatment of gout since foods high in vitamin B9 can help reduce uric acid levels.
#11 Apple cider vinegar is rich in malic acid which helps in the breakdown of uric acid. It is recommended to use organic, unfiltered ACV.
Tip
Drink plenty of fluids daily to reduce your uric acid levels because it helps your body get rid of excess uric acid.
Thank you. This was our video with everyday foods that lower uric acid in the body, gout diet, or diet for gout.
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