5 Uric Acid Lowering Herbs
Jakarta, CNN Indonesia –
Levels uric acid the high can trigger a variety disease. Consume some spices lowering uric acid to overcome it.
Generally, uric acid increases along with consumption of purine-rich foods. The accumulation of uric acid can trigger other conditions such as kidney stones and gout attack itself.
Hyperuricemia is another medical condition that can be caused by high uric acid production in the body. This condition can also be caused by the body’s inability to filter out excess uric acid when urinating.
Some natural remedies are said to help. Here are some uric acid-lowering spices, citing various sources.
1. Ginger
Ginger is one of the spices that can overcome inflammation. Ginger’s ability to treat gout is well documented.
Quoting Healthline, A study found that ginger applied to the affected area can help reduce pain caused by gout.
Mash and grated ginger, mix with water until it becomes a paste. Soak a washcloth in the mixture. Once cool, hold the cloth over the sore area for at least 15-30 minutes.
Alternatively, you can also boil 2 teaspoons of ground ginger in water for 10 minutes until it boils. Consume ginger stew three times a day.
2. Lemon and turmeric
A mixture of lemon juice, turmeric, added with apple cider vinegar is said to help lower uric acid.
Mix the lemon juice in warm water. Add 2 teaspoons of turmeric and 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. Consume 2-3 times a day.
3. Nettles
Nettle is a herbal remedy for gout which can reduce inflammation and pain.
To try it, pour stew with boiling water. Brew 1-2 teaspoons of dry nettle per cup. Consume 3 glasses per day.
4. Burdock root
Burdock root is an herb that is often recommended for treating acute gout attacks. Quoting NDTV, burdock root has properties that allow excess uric acid to pass through the urine.
This herb is also useful for cleaning toxins from the blood and reducing inflammation. Burdock root not only helps dissolve uric acid, it also helps treat it.
5. Alfalfa sprouts
Rich in vitamins and minerals, alfalfa sprouts can help lower uric acid levels. Not only that, alfalfa sprouts also improve kidney, prostate and bladder health.
Alfalfa increases the pH level in the body which allows it to dissolve crystallized uric acid.
You can consume alfalfa sprouts in the form of a salad or as a filling sandwich.
Consult your doctor before trying some of the uric acid-lowering herbs above to find out the correct dosage and possible side effects.
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