Can gout sufferers drink black tea

Gout patients can generally drink black tea in moderation, while the need to limit alcohol intake, eat less high-purine foods. Gout is due to high blood uric acid levels, resulting in uric acid crystals deposited in the joints and caused by a disease, its etiology and pathogenesis is not yet clear, may be drugs, intake of purine-rich foods, alcohol consumption and other factors. In general, patients with gout can drink black tea appropriately. Black tea is rich in trace elements, including carotene, vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, etc. Drinking black tea can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis and prevent constipation. At the same time, patients with gout should have a balanced diet, maintain daily water intake, avoid the intake of alcohol, sugary and animal high purine food, such as animal offal, seafood and so on. The intake of fresh fruits and vegetables can be increased appropriately. When the body allows, gout patients can also be appropriate exercise, not only can maintain a healthy weight, but also conducive to promote the recovery of the disease. It is recommended that gout patients go to the hospital in time, follow the doctor’s instructions for medication and review.