Now, with the improvement of people’s living conditions, the prevalence of hyperuricemia in our country is continuously increasing. If not treated promptly, it will threaten human health. According to relevant data, the number of hyperuricemia patients is increasing year by year, especially among young people, which has attracted high attention from all walks of life.
In real life, many people believe that tofu is a high uric acid trigger. Tofu is widely favored, and in recent years, many people believe that tofu contains a large amount of purines, and elevated purines are the main cause of gout induction. In fact, purines are a common part of human metabolism and food, not limited to tofu. Most of the purines in the body are self-synthesized, not from food intake.
Tofu does contain a certain amount of purines, but if consumed in moderation, the body’s purine substances will be metabolized normally without increasing the risk of induction. Additionally, tofu is a quality plant protein source, rich in plant protein, vitamins, minerals, and consuming tofu in moderation can better supplement the body with nutrients.
In daily life, it is recommended that people with hyperuricemia consume less of the following 5 types of foods:
1. Hotpot
Hotpot is very common in daily life and usually contains meat and seafood. Boiling these ingredients can lead to an increase in purine levels. Hotpot also tends to have higher fat content, excessive consumption may cause abnormal excretion of uric acid.
Moreover, the cooking method of hotpot may have adverse effects on individuals with hyperuricemia. Purines in ingredients may dissolve in hotpot broth, leading to excessive purine intake and exacerbating the condition of high uric acid levels.
2. Seafood
Seafood is delicious, but it contains high levels of purines, which is not suitable for individuals with hyperuricemia. When choosing high-uric acid foods, one must be cautious with the purine content in seafood. Therefore, for individuals with hyperuricemia, consumption of seafood should be controlled.
3. Red Meat
Individuals with hyperuricemia should consume less red meat because it also contains relatively high levels of purines. Metabolism of purines from red meat can lead to increased uric acid levels and consequently induce gout in individuals with hyperuricemia.
4. Animal Offal
Individuals with hyperuricemia should consume less animal liver, as it contains high levels of purines. Excessive intake of animal liver may lead to increased uric acid levels, which is unfavorable for individuals with hyperuricemia.
5. Fungi
For individuals with hyperuricemia, attention should be paid to the intake of fungi, such as mushrooms. Although delicious, fungi are high in purine content. Excessive intake can lead to increased uric acid levels in the body, hence the need for a scientifically reasonable consumption.
