Can I eat goji berries if I have high uric acid?
Disease description:
I have always had the habit of drinking goji berry-infused water to regulate my health. Recently, I went to the hospital for a physical examination and was told that my uric acid levels are high. I would like to ask, is it okay for someone with high uric acid to consume goji berries?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with high uric acid levels can consume Chinese wolfberry (Lycium barbarum). As a common traditional Chinese herb and nutrient-rich food, Chinese wolfberry has a relatively low purine content. Moderate consumption of Chinese wolfberry will not adversely affect patients with high uric acid levels; on the contrary, due to its richness in various beneficial components such as vitamins and minerals, it is beneficial to overall health. Chinese wolfberry also possesses functions such as nourishing the liver and kidneys, improving vision, and enhancing immunity, which are equally applicable to individuals with high uric acid levels. It should be noted, however, that all foods should be consumed in moderation. Overconsumption of Chinese wolfberry or any other food may place a burden on the body. Therefore, patients with high uric acid levels should consume Chinese wolfberry in moderation and adjust their diet according to individual health conditions and medical advice.
