Can people with gout drink herbal tea?
Disease description:
I personally love drinking herbal tea in summer—I find it truly effective for relieving summer heat. However, I’ve had a gout flare-up these past few days and would like to ask: Is it safe for people with gout to drink herbal tea?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Gout patients may drink Wong Lo Kat in moderation. Tea itself is alkaline and can promote uric acid metabolism, which benefits gout patients; however, many herbal teas contain traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. Currently, it remains unclear whether these herbal ingredients affect gout, so moderate consumption is recommended.
