Can mulberry leaf tea treat gout?

Jul 19, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I saw a TV advertisement claiming that drinking tea can treat gout. Can mulberry leaf tea cure gout?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Mulberry leaf tea cannot cure gout. Gout is a disease caused by excessive uric acid in the body, mainly characterized by joint swelling and pain. Although mulberry leaf tea offers various health benefits, such as lowering blood sugar, relieving wind-heat, and reducing inflammation, it does not have a direct therapeutic effect on gout. Mulberry leaf tea is weakly alkaline, and moderate consumption may help promote the excretion of uric acid salts from the body, potentially providing some auxiliary benefits in alleviating gout symptoms. However, this effect cannot replace standard medical treatment. Therefore, for patients with gout, the best approach is to follow a doctor's guidance for proper medication, along with dietary adjustments and lifestyle improvements.