The best method for lowering uric acid
Disease description:
Recently, I've felt that my uric acid levels might be a bit high. I'd like to ask, what are the best methods to lower uric acid?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
The main goal of lowering uric acid is to prevent gout attacks and reduce health risks associated with hyperuricemia. The following are some effective methods for lowering uric acid levels:
1. Dietary modification: Limit intake of high-purine foods, such as organ meats, seafood, and red meat. Increase consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Cherries and cranberries may help lower uric acid levels.
2. Adequate hydration: Drink at least eight glasses of water daily to help promote uric acid excretion.
3. Avoid alcohol and smoking: Alcohol and tobacco use may affect uric acid metabolism and increase uric acid levels.
4. Weight management: Obesity is a significant factor in elevated uric acid levels. Control weight through appropriate aerobic exercise, such as swimming, tai chi, jogging, and a balanced diet.
5. Medication: For patients with severe hyperuricemia or frequent gout attacks, medications such as allopurinol or febuxostat may be used to inhibit uric acid production, or diuretics and uric acid dissolving agents may be used to aid uric acid excretion.
6. Avoid medications that inhibit uric acid excretion: Certain drugs, such as thiazide diuretics, may elevate uric acid levels.
