Gout patients can drink both black tea and green tea. Although some of the effects of black tea and green tea are not the same, they both have a diuretic effect. Gout patients can drink tea to promote the discharge of uric acid from the body. Black tea has the effect of promoting digestion and regulating the function of the gastrointestinal tract; while green tea has the effect of scavenging free radicals and regulating immunity. Both black tea and green tea can be consumed by gout patients, but gout patients should not drink strong tea, and it is generally recommended to drink fresh water tea. Because strong tea can excite the autonomic nerves, may induce acute attacks of gouty arthritis. Gout patients usually need to drink more plain water and light tea, should pay attention to limit the intake of fructose-rich drinks, and strict abstinence from alcohol. You should also pay attention to exercise, but avoid other triggers that can trigger gouty arthritis attacks, such as strenuous exercise or sudden exposure to cold.