What Foods Are Suitable for People with High Uric Acid Levels?
May 19, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Aihua
Introduction
Patients with elevated uric acid levels should consume foods low in purines. Low-purine foods are defined as those containing less than 25 μg of purines per 100 g. Suitable staple foods include sorghum, bread, and refined rice and wheat products, as well as potatoes, sweet potatoes, and macaroni. Additionally, dairy and egg products—such as milk—are also low in purines.
Uric acid is an important biomarker in human metabolism and is closely associated with numerous metabolic factors. Since a portion of human metabolic processes involved in protein and creatinine synthesis also produces uric acid, elevated uric acid levels are commonly observed in patients with various metabolic or infectious disorders. So, what foods are suitable for individuals with hyperuricemia?
Foods Suitable for Individuals with Hyperuricemia
Patients with elevated uric acid levels should consume low-purine foods—defined as foods containing less than 25 μg of purine per 100 g. Suitable staple foods include sorghum, bread, refined rice and wheat flour, as well as potatoes, sweet potatoes, and macaroni. Dairy and egg products are generally low in purines, such as milk (including fresh milk), cheese, powdered milk, eggs, quail eggs, and duck eggs. Most vegetables are also low-purine options, including leafy greens and gourds. Leafy greens encompass cabbage, Chinese cabbage, celery, leeks, and eggplant; gourds include cucumber and winter melon.
Upon diagnosis of hyperuricemia, patients should first undergo testing to determine the serum uric acid level and urinary pH, thereby identifying the underlying cause and implementing appropriate management strategies.
Hyperuricemia can be treated under medical supervision with uricosuric medications. Patients should also ensure adequate rest, avoid frequent late-night activity, and refrain from consuming seafood or soy-based products. We hope this article has been helpful to you!
