GOUT AND KIDNEY STONES – FOODS YOU CAN EAT AND NATURAL REMEDIES THAT REALLY WORK

Why do gout and kidney stones form?

Gout and kidney stones are two different but very related diseases that increasingly affect modern man. The main common factor in these problems is an elevated level of uric acid in the body.

➡️ Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and forms crystals in the joints, causing severe pain, swelling, and redness, most commonly in the toes, ankles, and knees.

➡️ Kidney stones form when uric acid crystallizes in the kidneys, forming hard deposits that cause pain, blood in the urine, and problems with urination.

Both diseases are strongly related to diet and lifestyle, which means that proper nutrition is the first step towards healing.

WHAT FOODS SHOULD YOU EAT IF YOU HAVE GOUT OR KIDNEY STONES?

🥝 FRUITS THAT DO NOT AGGRAVATE THE CONDITION

Fruit is a natural source of antioxidants and vitamins, but it should be consumed in moderation, up to two handfuls a day. Some fruits are especially useful because they have anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects.

✅ Recommended types:

Forest fruits: blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries
Citrus fruits: lemon, grapefruit, orange
Cherries and cherries (proven to lower uric acid!)
Apples, grapes, mangoes, kiwi, watermelon, peaches, nectarines
Superfruits: pomegranate, acai, cherimoya, black sapote

🔹 Tip: Avoid high-fructose fruits such as figs and bananas in larger quantities.

🥬 VEGETABLES THAT DO NOT RAISE URIC ACID

Vegetables are the foundation of any healthy diet plan for gout. Not only does it contain no purines (or minimal of them), but it also helps alkalize the body and eliminate uric acid.

✅ Safe for daily consumption:

Carrots, kale, chard, red cabbage, lettuce, sweet potatoes
Tomato, pepper, cucumber, leek, zucchini, eggplant
Beetroot, artichoke, watercress, onion, celery, Brussels sprouts
Beans and peas – moderate

⚠️ In moderation with vegetables that contain slightly more purines:

Spinach, asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower

🥜 NUTS AND SEEDS

Nuts are excellent sources of healthy fats and proteins that do not burden the kidneys. They have an anti-inflammatory and beneficial effect on the joints.

✅ Allowed:

Almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, pistachios
Quantity: how much can fit in one handful per day

✅ Seeds of Health:

Flax, chia, sesame, sunflower seeds
Note: rich in omega-3 fatty acids, they help eliminate inflammation

🌾 WHOLE GRAINS AND LEGUMES

Contrary to many old beliefs, certain legumes and grains do not harm gout if consumed in moderation and in whole form.

✅ Allowed legumes:

Lentils, beans, chickpeas

✅ Whole grains:

Rye, barley, whole grain rice, bulgur, oats, buckwheat, spelt, corn
Exotic cereals: couscous, kamut, amaranth, triticale

🍄 MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS THAT HELP DETOXIFY

Medicinal mushrooms contain beta-glucans, powerful anti-cancer and immunological substances. They are recommended for all inflammatory and metabolic disorders, including gout and kidney stones.

✅ Recommended types:

Reishi, shiitake, maitake, chaga, portobello, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, enoki, chanterelle

🥚 PROTEINS YOU CAN EAT

Organic kefir and yogurt – help the intestinal flora and eliminate toxins
Eggs – a highly digestible source of protein, without purines

🌿 SPICES THAT HEAL AND CLEANSE THE BODY

Adding natural spices to the diet not only improves the taste of food, but also has a direct therapeutic effect.

✅ The most useful spices:

Turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, parsley, cilantro (coriander), cocoa, rosemary, oregano, thyme, chilli, marjoram, chives

NATURAL REMEDIES TO LOWER URIC ACID

🍵 NETTLE TEA

One of the strongest natural diuretics. It accelerates the excretion of urine and lowers the level of uric acid in the body.

🔸 Ingredients:

2 teaspoons of dried nettle leaves
250 ml boiling water
Boil for 5 minutes, strain

🔸 Consumption: drink lukewarm 2 times a day, 4–6 weeks

🌱 CELERY SEED EXTRACT

A powerful natural remedy for gout. It has a strong anti-inflammatory and diuretic effect.

🔹 Active substance: apiol (essential oil)
🔹 Dosage: 1000–1500 mg per day
🔹 Forms: capsules, tinctures, tea, powder