Reducing Uric Acid with Low Uric Acid Diet

Please advice which foods reduce uric acid in blood? Are cherries helpful in reducing uric acid ? Kindly list the foodstuffs which are helpful for uric acid reduction.

High uric acid levels in the blood stream can lead to a common form of arthritis called gout.



To prevent gout, it is essential to maintain good eating habits and have proper medication. To reduce the uric acid levels in blood, you may need to limit intake of alcohol and reduce purine rich foods. Digestion of purine leads to the formation of uric acid.



If uric acid is not eliminated normally which is seen in gout sufferers, it can build up in the blood stream leading to joint inflammation and pain.

Measures for how to reduce uric acid in diet And Uric Acid Foods that help reducing uric acid levels:

• Tofu which is made from soybean is a good choice than animal foods. Tofu can alter the plasma protein concentration and increase uric acid clearance and excretion.
• Uric acid level in the body can be reduced by cutting down the foods that contain high amount of purines. Foods with high purine content include anchovies, broth, roe, sardines, yeast, sweetbread and mincemeat.
  
  
  
  Avoid these foods totally. Some foods have moderate purine content like fish, lentils, asparagus, mushrooms, spinach and shellfish. One serving of meat, fish or fowl or one serving of vegetable is allowed daily. Foods low in purine are fruits, olive, vinegar, cereal and cereal products, vinegar and rice. These foods can be consumed daily.
• Have foods that are relatively high in carbohydrates, moderate in protein and low in fat. Complex carbohydrates like whole grain cereals, fruits and vegetables contain fiber that can help in proper digestion of the foods and assimilation of the nutrients. Fiber can avoid excessive build up of the uric acid.
• Reduce the intake of protein rich foods to 15 percent. Prefer soybean that has been defatted, lean meat and sprouts  that provide good quality protein but low fat content.
• Fresh fruits like apples, bananas, oranges and lime are beneficial. Cherries are considered to be beneficial in reducing uric acid levels.
  
  
  
  You can have juice of black cherry which is also called as sour cherry. Cherries contain certain natural chemicals that can lower uric acid levels and reduce inflammation.
• Excess of alcohol can increase the uric acid production. Preferably avoid the consumption of alcohol.
• Drink plenty of water or fluids (3 liters/day) like fresh juices or soups that can help in excretion of uric acid.

• Maintain an ideal body weight. Gradual weight loss is beneficial rather than drastic loss weight. You can reduce your body weight by dietary modifications and exercise.
• You can consult a doctor who can help you in reducing uric acid levels. Get the uric acid levels checked regularly.