Can patients with high uric acid levels eat fried potatoes?
Generally, patients with high uric acid levels are advised not to eat fried potatoes. The detailed explanation is as follows:
Patients with elevated uric acid often have problems with purine metabolism disorders or reduced uric acid excretion. The high fat content in fried potatoes not only increases the body's metabolic burden but may also lead to elevated blood glucose and lipid levels, further impairing uric acid metabolism and excretion. For individuals with high uric acid, consuming fried potatoes may worsen their condition and increase the risk of gout attacks. Therefore, it is not recommended for patients with high uric acid to eat fried potatoes.
For patients with high uric acid, intake of high-purine foods should be restricted, such as seafood, animal offal, beer, etc., as these foods contain high levels of purines that can easily cause an increase in uric acid levels. It is advisable to drink plenty of water—daily water intake should exceed 2000 mL—to help promote uric acid excretion and lower uric acid levels. Choosing low-purine, low-fat foods such as vegetables, fruits, milk, and eggs is beneficial for maintaining stable uric acid levels.