How To Help Remove And Dissolve Uric Acid Crystals Naturally

The best way to dissolve and remove stone crystals is by drinking plenty of water each day, within a healthy lifestyle. Other beverages that can support hydration are natural juices and herbal teas.

Uric acid crystals originate when the body is having difficulty eliminating uric acid or is producing it in large amounts.

Most of the uric acid dissolves and travels through the bloodstream to the kidneys, whose function is to eliminate it through the urine.

The problem is that today our diet is poor in nutrients and rich in this substance, which leads to an accumulation of it in the body. As a consequence, the kidneys experience certain difficulties in eliminating it and in the medium and long term they can develop several serious conditions. 

What problems can uric acid crystals cause?

Experts from the Northshore University Health System explain that uric acid is a substance that is produced from the natural breakdown of cells in the body and the food you eat.

When the body produces an excess of this substance, crystals can form in the joints, this causes gout, a very painful disease.

In other words: uric acid is a substance that the body produces during the process of breaking down purines, which come in part from the consumption of certain foods and beverages.

As you have read before, when the body cannot eliminate uric acid, crystals originate. This can become a problem, since when it is retained, a condition known as gout appears, which generates intense pain and inflammation in the joints.

If the acid elimination is not stimulated quickly, the condition can lead to something more serious, since it  decreases the quality of life by causing the body to be weakened by joint pain.

In most cases, the parts of the body most affected include the hands, toes, ankles, and feet. Due to the severity and risk of this retention, it  is essential to consult a doctor to receive adequate treatment.

Treatment for gout

To properly dissolve and remove uric acid crystals, the most important thing is to follow your doctor’s instructions.

Generally, the treatment for gout includes drugs to reduce uric acid levels and dissolve crystals, drugs to relieve pain and swelling, but also changes in the patient’s diet, rest, among other measures.

Dr. N. Lawrence Edwards explains: “Uricosuric drugs (drugs that facilitate the excretion of uric acid in the urine) are also used to lower blood uric acid levels in people with normal kidney function.”

Natural remedies for uric acid crystals

According to popular beliefs, the consumption of the following remedies (which come to be natural drinks) can contribute to hydration and relief in case of gout.

Before starting to consume them, it is advisable to consult with your doctor, in case there are any ingredients (such as ginger or cinnamon, for example) that can cause interactions.

In case the doctor authorizes its consumption, it is essential to avoid consuming more than 2 or 3 cups a day. 

Chive infusion

Ingredients

• 1 handful of chives
• 1 cup of water (250 ml)

Preparation

• Cut the stem of the chives and cut the bulbs into small pieces.
• Heat the water and, when it starts to boil, add the chopped chives and leave over medium heat for 3 more minutes.
• Remove from heat and let stand 5 more minutes.
• Serve and drink.

Dandelion infusion

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water (250 ml)
• 1 teaspoon of dandelion root (3 g)

Preparation

• Heat a cup of water and, when it comes to a boil, add a teaspoon of dandelion root.
• Let the decoction take place for 3 minutes.
• After the recommended time, remove from the heat and let it rest for a couple more minutes.
• Strain, serve and consume.

Cucumber, celery, lemon and ginger juice

Ingredients

• 1 cucumber
• 2 stalks of celery
• 1 lemon wedge
• 1 piece of ginger
• ½ glass of water (125 ml)

Preparation

• Wash and sanitize all the ingredients.
• Cut the cucumber and celery into pieces and put them in the blender along with the half a glass of water.
• Also add the piece of ginger and lemon, and process everything until well integrated.

• Serve and consume at the moment.
• You can substitute the lemon for orange or any other citrus of your preference.

Maintain healthy and consistent habits

In order to dissolve and eliminate uric acid crystals, it is essential to maintain good hydration on a daily basis, as well as good lifestyle habits.

It is not advisable to consume alcoholic beverages or industrial drinks (as they contain sugars, sodium and other additives that can harm your health). On the other hand, when consuming natural beverages, it is advisable to avoid adding sugar, stevia, honey and other sweeteners (and if you do, try to maintain moderation).

Remember, your health largely depends on your habits.