Is it harmful for patients with high uric acid levels to eat garlic?

For patients with high uric acid levels, consuming garlic generally does not cause significant harm, but moderation is advised. Although garlic contains a certain amount of purines, its purine content is relatively low, classifying it as a moderate-purine food. Therefore, moderate consumption will not significantly affect patients with elevated uric acid levels. However, excessive garlic intake may cause fluctuations in uric acid levels, which could be detrimental to disease management. Garlic has a certain degree of spiciness and irritation. If patients themselves suffer from gastrointestinal diseases or have weakened digestive function, excessive garlic consumption may加重 the burden on the gastrointestinal system, causing discomfort symptoms such as bloating and diarrhea. Patients with high uric acid should consume garlic in moderation according to their individual conditions. At the same time, they should also avoid high-purine foods such as animal offal and seafood to reduce sources of uric acid and prevent the occurrence of gout.