Can patients with gout drink chrysanthemum tea?

Jul 17, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I usually enjoy drinking chrysanthemum tea, but recently my gout flared up and I felt very uncomfortable. I would like to ask, is it okay for someone with gout to drink chrysanthemum tea?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Gout patients can drink chrysanthemum tea. Chrysanthemum tea has effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, dispersing wind-heat, and improving liver function and vision. It contains very low levels of purines and therefore will not significantly affect the uric acid levels in patients with gout. Drinking chrysanthemum tea in moderation can not only help replenish the body's water needs and promote the excretion of uric acid, but also help relieve discomfort symptoms such as dry eyes and fatigue that may occur in gout patients. In addition, chrysanthemum tea also contains various nutrients beneficial to human health, such as vitamins and minerals, which can help enhance immunity and improve overall health. Therefore, gout patients can moderately consume chrysanthemum tea in their daily lives, but should avoid drinking tea that is too strong or excessive, in order to prevent irritation to the gastrointestinal tract.