Can people with high uric acid levels eat red dates (Chinese dates)?
Disease description:
I usually enjoy eating red dates and often eat them when I have nothing else to do. However, now that I have high uric acid levels, I would like to know whether it's okay for someone with high uric acid to eat red dates.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with high uric acid levels can eat red dates. Red dates are considered low-purine foods, as they contain very little purine. Therefore, moderate consumption of red dates will not cause adverse effects or significantly increase uric acid levels in patients with high uric acid. Red dates are rich in sugars, vitamins, fatty acids, minerals, and other nutrients, offering various health benefits such as improving blood circulation, invigorating qi, and promoting a healthy complexion. However, patients should still consume them in moderation to avoid excessive intake of sugar and calories, which may negatively affect health. In conclusion, patients with high uric acid can consume red dates in moderation but should also control overall purine intake in their diet and maintain a low-purine diet to help stabilize uric acid levels. Additionally, dietary adjustments and treatment should be made according to individual conditions and under the guidance of a physician.
