Can I drink goji berry-infused water if I have gout?
Disease description:
I usually pay great attention to health preservation in daily life and often drink water infused with wolfberries (Lycium barbarum). However, my gout has recently flared up, and I would like to know whether it is safe for people with gout to consume wolfberry-infused water.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Gout patients can适量 drink goji berry-infused water during non-acute phases, as goji berries are not high-purine foods and have low purine content, which generally does not induce or exacerbate gout. Goji berry-infused water has functions such as nourishing the liver and kidneys and improving vision, and for gout patients, moderate consumption may help improve their physical condition. During acute gout attacks, patients should avoid drinking goji berry-infused water, as uric acid levels in the body are already elevated, and any foods or beverages that might further increase uric acid levels should be avoided as much as possible. Moreover, although goji berries are beneficial, excessive consumption should be avoided, as it may elevate uric acid levels in the body. Therefore, gout patients should control the amount of goji berry-infused water they consume and follow both their own medical condition and professional medical advice when consuming it.
