Can people with high uric acid levels eat cashew nuts?
Disease description:
I was recently diagnosed with high uric acid levels. Now I have many dietary restrictions, but yesterday I ate a lot of cashews. I would like to ask if people with high uric acid can eat cashews?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with high uric acid levels can consume cashews, but should pay attention to controlling the intake amount. Cashews, as a type of nut, have relatively low purine content, and moderate consumption will not significantly affect uric acid levels. Additionally, cashews are rich in protein, fat, vitamins, and various minerals, which help supplement essential nutrients and enhance immunity. However, because cashews do contain a certain amount of purine, patients with high uric acid levels should avoid excessive consumption to prevent increased uric acid levels in the body and the potential risk of gout and other diseases. Therefore, it is recommended that patients with high uric acid levels include cashews in their daily diet in moderation and follow the principle of a low-purine diet, controlling total purine intake to maintain stable uric acid levels. Specific dietary recommendations should be discussed with a doctor or nutritionist to develop a personalized dietary plan based on individual health conditions and nutritional needs.
