Can people with high uric acid eat bullfrogs and frogs?

For patients with high uric acid levels, animals such as bullfrogs and frogs contain high levels of purines and therefore should not be consumed. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Uric acid is one of the metabolic byproducts in the human body, primarily produced from the metabolism of purines found in food. Bullfrogs and frogs are high in purine content, and purines can be converted into uric acid within the body. Excessive intake of purines may elevate blood uric acid levels, leading to or worsening conditions such as hyperuricemia and gout. In particular, patients already diagnosed with hyperuricemia or gout should pay special attention to dietary control and avoid consuming high-purine foods. Medications such as hydrochlorothiazide capsules, furosemide capsules, and benzbromarone tablets may be used under medical guidance for treatment. Besides bullfrogs and frogs, other purine-rich foods include animal offal and seafood. Therefore, patients with high uric acid levels should limit their intake of these foods in daily diet, while increasing consumption of foods rich in dietary fiber and vitamin C, such as fruits and vegetables. Additionally, appropriate physical activity and maintaining a healthy body weight can also help control uric acid levels.

If a patient's uric acid level is severely elevated, prompt medical attention is necessary, and treatment along with dietary adjustments should be made according to the doctor’s recommendations.