Gout is an ancient disease. As early as the Babylonian period, gout was one of the most prevalent diseases at that time. It was also called "the disease of kings" and "the disease of kings" because of its frequent occurrence in the court and among the dignitaries.
With the improvement of people's living standards, the incidence rate of gout has increased year by year, becoming the "fourth highest" after "hypertension", "diabetes" and "hyperlipidemia". Because gout is a metabolic disease, it means that it is a chronic disease and even will accompany us for life, which means that it may affect every aspect of our life. So let's talk about it today. If we have gout, what should we pay attention to in our diet and life?
- Eat less meat and viscera
This is a commonplace topic. Everyone knows that red meat (beef, mutton, pork) and viscera are rich in purines, which are all foods to be controlled. Some friends think that I don't eat meat but only drink soup, which is also wrong. Broth is also full of purines, which is not suitable for gout patients. However, in order to be healthy, it is recommended to take a small amount of food each time, not more than 2 liang, at most twice a week.
- Eat less seafood and shells
At present, all studies show that seafood (especially crustaceans and mussels) will increase the blood uric acid level and the risk of gout. Therefore, in addition to red meat, seafood products should be strictly controlled. Fish has always been an indispensable part of healthy diet, and it has been proved that regular consumption of fish can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it is recommended to eat a small amount of fish every time, 1-2 times a week.
- All alcohol should be controlled
Many friends know that beer has yeast, so people with gout cannot drink it. Baijiu has no yeast, and the amount of wine they drink is not as much as beer, so it should be OK to drink Baijiu? This is also wrong. In addition to beer, strong liquor is the second largest alcohol that increases the risk of gout. As long as it is alcohol, with the increase of consumption, it will increase our risk of gout.
- No juice or drink
As I said before, you can't drink. Many friends are forced to accept it. When they think about it, you can't drink, so I'll drink. This idea is not allowed. Milk tea, cola and fruit juice will increase our uric acid content, but fresh fruits and light drinks without fructose are recommended.
- Low fat dairy products recommended
Everyone thinks that milk is a nutrient, so gout is definitely not suitable for eating. In fact, milk does not increase our uric acid level, but also provides us with rich protein. It is a very friendly food for gout friends. Studies have shown that long-term consumption of low-fat milk and yogurt can reduce the level of uric acid by 10%. Therefore, dairy products are recommended for all gout friends to eat every day.
- Vegetables, melons and fruits are recommended
In the past, some people advocated that vegetables rich in purine should be eaten less, but now it has been proved that there is a difference between plant purine and animal purine, and they are encouraged to eat vegetables rich in purine. When eating fruits, we should pay attention to that it is recommended to eat fruits with low fructose content, such as watermelon, coconut, strawberry, cherry, peach, etc., especially cherries, which are rich in anthocyanins, and have been proven to reduce the level of uric acid, so it is highly recommended for gout patients to eat them.
- It's important to drink more water
Drinking more water can increase our urine output and promote the excretion of uric acid. Therefore, we must adhere to the good habit of drinking water every day. Don't wait until you are thirsty to drink water. Be sure to develop the habit of taking the initiative to drink water. It is also not recommended to drink a lot of water before and after a meal. This will dilute stomach acid and digestive juice, affect appetite and hinder digestion. The best drinking time is between meals, in the evening and in the morning. Those who like to drink tea must be careful not to drink strong tea. Those who like coffee can eat it at ease. Many studies have shown that coffee can increase renal blood flow and promote uric acid excretion. It is recommended that the daily urine volume of gout friends should be 2000-3000ml. Here I want to emphasize soda water. Some patients think soda water is especially good for gout, and I only drink soda water every day. This view is wrong. Soda water will alkalize urine, which is beneficial to gout patients. However, the more you drink, the better. If the urine is too alkaline, and the urine PH value is>7, it is not recommended to continue drinking soda water. If the urine is too alkaline, our urinary system will suffer from alkaline stones. Therefore, the best drink for gout patients is plain water.
- Weight control is important
At present, research has confirmed that obesity and weight gain will significantly increase our uric acid, and even lead to the onset of gout. Therefore, friends with hyperuricemia and gout must control their weight, and weight and fat loss is beneficial to regulating our metabolic rate.
- Regular work and rest is very important
Under the modern living environment, everyone likes to stay up late to pursue dramas and play games. However, staying up late has a great impact on our mental system and endocrine system, which will cause immune dysfunction and further affect our health. Therefore, we must appeal to everyone here to avoid staying up late, ensure adequate sleep, relax, and maintain a good schedule, so as to prevent the acute attack of gout.
- Proper exercise is more important
The joint pain caused by gout is often the biggest obstacle preventing patients from taking the first step of exercise. Except that exercise is not recommended during the acute attack of gout, it is recommended that gout patients insist on physical exercise, but not strenuous physical exercise. strenuous exercise can become a major inducement for the acute attack of gout. Excessive water loss will lead to blood concentration, thus increasing the level of uric acid in the body. It mainly involves jogging, swimming, Taijiquan and other mild sports, with about 150-300 minutes of exercise every week. At the same time, it is also necessary to replenish water in time after exercise, and it is best to ensure the daily water intake of 2000ml-3000ml.
To sum up, the incidence of gout is closely related to obesity, poor diet, alcohol consumption and the use of diuretics. Therefore, we should try our best to reduce the above risks. Adopt healthier diet methods, such as DASH diet to prevent hypertension. But we also need to understand that gout can not be cured by simple diet and lifestyle changes, nor can it replace medical behavior.
