How to use betel leaf water to help reduce uric acid safely at home

SKĐS - Betel leaves are used by people to reduce bone and joint pain, but few people know that this familiar vegetable also helps lower uric acid levels...

1. The uric acid lowering potential of betel leaves

CONTENT:

• 1. The uric acid lowering potential of betel leaves
• 2. How to prepare and use betel leaf water
• 3. Important notes

Betel leaves not only have a spicy and warm taste, but are also a precious medicine in Oriental medicine that helps treat gout symptoms and effectively reduce uric acid.

People with pain due to wind-cold and stagnation often see marked improvement when using it.

Scientifically , some initial studies have shown that betel leaves contain active ingredients such as alkaloids and flavonoids, which may have the following effects:

• Anti-inflammatory, pain reliever: Helps relieve pain caused by arthritis in acute gout attacks.
• Mild diuretic: Helps the body eliminate excess substances, including uric acid, through urine.

Betel leaves contain active ingredients that help fight inflammation and relieve pain.

2. How to prepare and use betel leaf water

There are two main ways to use betel leaves:

Drink betel leaf decoction

• Preparation: 5-10g dried betel leaves (or 15-30g fresh betel leaves).
• How to make: Wash the betel leaves, put them in a pot with 2 bowls of water, boil over low heat until there is about 1 bowl of water left.
• How to use: Drink after lunch or dinner, should drink while the water is still warm; maintain continuously for 10-15 days, then rest for 10-20 days and can repeat.

Drink fresh betel leaf tea

• Preparation: 10 - 15g fresh betel leaves.
• How to make: Wash and lightly crush the betel leaves, put them in a jar and steep with 200 - 300ml of boiling water for 15 - 20 minutes.
• How to use: Drink instead of tea during the day for 10 - 15 days, rest for about 1 - 2 weeks then drink again.

3. Important notes

- Do not replace medicine: If you have been diagnosed with hyperuricemia or gout, absolutely do not stop taking the medication prescribed by your doctor to only drink betel leaf water, this is only a supportive therapy.

- Consult your doctor: Before starting, consult a specialist, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have other underlying medical conditions (such as kidney failure, liver failure, blood clotting disorders...).

- Possible side effects: Drinking too much betel leaf water can lead to heat in the body, causing mouth ulcers, constipation, and negative effects on the stomach due to its warm properties and spicy essential oils.

- Reasonable dosage: Should only be used in moderate doses as directed, should not be abused. Take in a short course and rest between courses.

- Diet and lifestyle: The most effective measure to control uric acid is still a scientific diet such as limiting foods rich in protein (red meat, organs, seafood), avoiding alcohol, soft drinks; drinking plenty of water (at least 2 liters of water/day to increase uric acid excretion) and exercising regularly, maintaining a reasonable weight.

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