The best (and worst) foods for gout

Gout is a painful disease caused by the increase of uric acid in the body.. Diet and knowledge of gout foods play an important role in managing this disease... ### Low-fat yogurt For a gout-friendly breakfast or snack, combine some plain low-fat yogurt with fresh berries. Some of the proteins in milk help your body flush out uric acid, which is one of the main causes of gout. ### Citrus fruits Grapefruit, oranges, pineapples and strawberries are excellent sources of vitamin C, which lowers uric acid levels and helps prevent gout attacks.. Avocados are not only rich in healthy fats, but also provide antioxidants like vitamin E, which has anti-inflammatory properties and can prevent gout attacks from getting worse... ### Cherries.. the pigments in cherries that give them their deep purple-red color. are called anthocyanins.. These are strong antioxidant compounds that help reduce inflammation in the body.. ### Beans and Legumes Since many meats are not suitable for people with gout, you can get the protein you need from plant sources such as peas, beans, and lentils. Not only are these foods harmless to uric acid, they may also help prevent gout attacks... ### Water and Coffee Consuming a lot of water helps to eliminate uric acid from the body... Drink eight glasses of water a day and increase this amount to 16 glasses during a gout attack... Also regular coffee (containing caffeine) can reduce the risk of gout... Foods for gout that you should avoid: ### Some seafood Not all seafood is bad for gout, but it's best not to overdo it with oysters, scallops, squid, shrimp, crabs, and lobsters.... Excessive consumption of these foods can increase uric acid levels and aggravate gout symptoms.. from your diet... ### Red meat Red meats, such as beef, venison, and buffalo, while not as rich in purines as organ meats, still contain enough purines that it's best to limit your intake. White meats, such as pork and chicken, are safer options.. ### White bread Foods that raise blood sugar quickly are bad for uric acid levels... Refined carbohydrates like white bread, cookies and cakes can raise blood sugar quickly and are not good for gout... ### Honey Honey is rich in fructose, a natural sweetener that releases purines when broken down in the body. There is nothing wrong with consuming honey occasionally, but it is better to minimize fructose-containing foods... ### Alcohol An occasional glass of wine is okay, but beer is bad for gout because it increases the level of uric acid up to 6.5%.... even alcohol-free beer can increase this level up to 4.4%.... By following these dietary recommendations and consulting a specialist doctor like Dr. Homan Kokbi, **Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Specialist in Tehran, can help you manage the pain better*.. More information and expert advice contact the doctor's office Cucumber....