Because of this, gout can make life difficult for those who experience it. And it turns out that some foods can trigger a seizure or make symptoms worse. Which ones? The main foods to be discarded are discussed when uric acid becomes a problem.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
What is a gout attack?
Known since antiquity and made famous by our kings who were affected, the gout is “a rheumatism from the to deposits of microscopic crystals of uric acid in the joints” as explained by the University Hospital Centre of Toulouse. In a nutshell, uric acid comes from the decomposition of purines, compounds in particular present in food but also produced by the body. When their level in the blood becomes too high, uric acid can form crystals and settle in the joints, triggering painful inflammations in and around the joints. So, in addition to treating your gout, you can also decide to start self-management and change your diet as advised by the Arthritis Society of Canada. The strategy? Eating well and limiting food intake that boosts the level of uric acid. Managing gout requires monitoring the type of food and drink consumed, taking care to avoid food or drink with a high purine content, which can cause uric acid build-up and trigger a gout attack.
In case of drop, red meat and offal are limited
Red meats are delicious, but can be real drop-gout triggers because of their high purine content, which turn into uric acid. So juicy steaks, tempting hamburgers and tasty sausages are avoided. If you can’t resist the urge, you can leave on white meat or eggs (because they’re considered ‘neutral’) but you limit their consumption.
We pay attention to fish and seafood
Watch out for shellfish, shrimps, mussels and sardines. These delicacies of the sea are very rich in purines and can worsen the symptoms of gout. But that is not all. Fatty fish (maquerle, sardines, salmon, etc.) are also avoided. Instead, we opt for lighter alternatives such as lean fish.
Be careful, important information. It should be noted that the increased presence of uric acid in the blood is strongly linked to the consumption of products of animal origin. These foods have a high content of purines, substances that are metabolized by the body to produce uric acid. In addition, the tendency of animal products to acidify the blood increases the risk of formation of uric acid crystals. Here are some general and alternative recommendations to adopt in your diet to avoid excess uric acid:
Excessive consumption of products of animal origin is limited to the equivalent of 1 portion of meat, 1 portion of fish or 2 eggs per day.
You don’t consume more than one shade a month.
Sweetened drinks are avoided
Sodas and sugar-sweetened drinks can increase our uric acid level, which can trigger a gout attack. If you don’t want to get it wrong, here are the fructose-rich drinks to avoid r:
carbonated drinks
lemonades
juices (apple, orange, etc.)
fruit smoothies
multivitamin juices
Water is then drunk (between 1.5 and 2 litres of water per day). This promotes the process of removing uric acid from the kidneys. Dehydration is said to be no, a risk factor that can trigger gout episodes. If you feel like drinking something other than water from time to time, you can go on unsweetened herbal teas, herbal infusions with diuretic properties, or natural fruit juices.
Avoid alcohol because it increases the level of uric acid
Unfortunately, even if you like to drink to your health, alcohol can make the symptoms of gout worse. Beer in particular is known to be a frequent trigger of gout attacks due to its high purine content. We are therefore trying to limit its alcohol consumption and we prefer lighter options with a lower impact such as red wine (but in moderation).
You don’t eat Fructose-rich foods.
Processed and sweetened products are avoided as much as possible. Of course, manufacturers have fully grasped the attractiveness of sugar to consumers. And that’s why many ultra-processed products contain corn syrup, a cheap and highly concentrated fructose ingredient.
So we’re paying attention. On the other hand, fruit naturally contains fructose. So we have to be careful. It is recommended to eat two portions of fruit per day, which is equivalent to approximately 300 g. But no more. To give an idea, soft fruits are particularly beneficial, as are apples, which are a purine-poor option. On the other hand, it is advisable to avoid dried fruit such as raisins and figs, as they are rich in sugar, which may lead to an increase in the level of uric acid.