The level of uric acid in the blood is a very important indicator and a standard that we often check when examining blood.
If the uric acid exceeds the normal range, it is usually referred to as high uric acid. High uric acid can have some significant effects on a person’s health, such as gout or kidney-related diseases.
I believe many people with gout should know that high uric acid is related to high purine substances in food. In addition to diet, three seemingly insignificant daily life phenomena may also exacerbate the rise in uric acid levels. I hope you take them seriously.
In addition to diet, there are three habits to pay attention to when uric acid levels are high, so strengthen prevention
Not drinking enough water.
Water is a catalyst for body health and metabolism. If you don’t drink enough water, it can lead to dehydration and affect the body’s metabolic capabilities.
At this time, a large amount of uric acid in the body cannot be metabolized and excreted timely, which can easily trigger symptoms of high uric acid. Therefore, I hope you can ensure the intake of 8 cups of water daily, which may help stabilize uric acid levels.
Staying up late regularly.
This has become a common problem for many young people, and even some middle-aged individuals are starting to stay up late frequently.
Staying up late can lead to hormonal imbalances, affecting the body’s metabolism and causing excess uric acid to accumulate in the body. This may lead to the crystallization of uric acid salts and possibly trigger symptoms of gout.
Sitting for long periods.
Engaging in regular exercise every day can effectively control the surge in uric acid levels. However, many people not only neglect exercise but also remain sedentary for long periods, especially office workers and white-collar workers.
Sitting for long periods can suppress the body’s blood circulation and metabolic rate. For people with high uric acid levels, this behavior is unfavorable. Therefore, I hope you can ensure a daily amount of exercise to better control uric acid levels.
In addition to paying attention to these unhealthy lifestyle habits, special attention should also be given to diet, especially foods with high purine content. Strictly controlling the intake of foods high in purines is essential to avoid exacerbating gout symptoms.
For individuals with high uric acid levels, it’s advisable to remove 4 types of “high-purine” foods from the table early to stabilize uric acid levels:
Belt fish.
Belt fish is a widely popular seafood with high nutritional value. Eating it in moderation can help provide essential nutrients to the body.
However, for individuals with gout, it’s best not to consume belt fish regularly in large quantities as it contains relatively high purine content being a type of seafood. Regular consumption of belt fish may not only hinder uric acid control but also increase the risk of gout attacks. Hence, foods like these should be avoided early.
Pork liver.
Animal livers like pork liver are enjoyed by many due to their delicious taste and relatively high nutritional value.
However, animal organs have relatively high purine content. For individuals with gout, not controlling the consumption of these foods may not only worsen gout symptoms but also hinder uric acid metabolism, destabilizing uric acid levels.
Shiitake mushrooms.
Some may believe that meat contains more purine substances, hence consuming vegetables like shiitake mushrooms should be fine. Shiitake mushrooms, a commonly favored type of mushroom, add a delicious flavor to dishes and are widely enjoyed.
However, individuals with gout should avoid consuming shiitake mushrooms regularly as they also contain a relatively high purine content. Regular consumption may exacerbate the surge in uric acid levels, so it’s recommended to avoid such foods early.
Hot pot.
Many young individuals enjoy hot pot. Although hot pot doesn’t contain many purine substances, when indulging in hot pot, we often consume a lot of beef and lamb slices.
These meat products contain a considerable amount of purine, and during the cooking process, purine substances can dissolve easily in water, exacerbating gout attacks. So, to avoid gout issues, foods like hot pot should be consumed minimally.
