Goût et baies

Written by Spiro Koulouris | Medically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Qousain Ali, Consultant Rheumatologist on September 15, 2026

Les baies devraient-elles être incluses dans un régime contre la goutte ?

Berries are naturally low in purines and in this post, we will examine its health benefits for a good overall gout diet. Berries are usually juicy, bright coloured fruit, some are sweet and some are sour; and do not have a stone or pit in them, although seeds may be present just like in a strawberry. The ascorbic acid in berries may be very effective in lowering the risk of getting gout over time because it can modestly help the kidneys excrete uric acid. Most kinds of berries are high in flavonoids and other polyphenols, including anthocyanins, which may possess strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

La vitamine C in berries is good for gout sufferers which is required by the body to produce collagen, an essential component of connective tissue that may help repair damaged tissue in the body after a gout attack. Studies have also shown that it may be effective in controlling uric acid in the body by increasing the removal of uric acid through kidneys.

Blueberries like most berries are high in antioxidants which fights inflammation in the body and fiber. One cup of blueberries has 80 calories and no fat providing you with a quarter of the daily vitamin C requirement.

Blackberries were used by the ancients Greeks as a natural remedy for gout and was known as “gout berry” many generations ago in American folk medicine. Cherries were eventually discovered to be effective for gout since cherries contain the anthocyanins and flavonoids (like quercetin) which inhibit xanthine oxidase, an enzyme that is used by our body to produce uric acid.

Blackberries though outrank cherries in the antioxidant department and remember that antioxidants are important because they neutralize the free radicals that may damage your tissues usually in the big toe. Finally, they contain less sugar than many other fruits making them better for your blood sugar levels, avoiding a large release of insulin in the body. Like all berries, blackberries may contribute to a lower dietary acid load and may increase urine pH, not as strongly as citrus fruits of course, but still considered an alkaline promoting food.

Les fraises et la goutte

Strawberries are also high in antioxidants and vitamin C (90 mg for one cup) but also contain somemagnesium which is a mineral that may help reduce the symptoms of gout, including the pain and swelling. One cup of strawberries provides you with 20 mg of magnesium which is 5% of the daily recommended daily intake.

Furthermore, they also contain low to moderate levels of oxalate which may bind with calcium to cause kidney stones if its levels are high. This is derived from the chemical compound oxalic acid and according to researchers at Columbia University, a certain link exists between high levels of calcium oxalate and kidney stones. So those with a history of kidney stones should consume strawberries moderately so they don’t increase the risk of kidney stones.

De plus, une étude taïwanaise de 2003 found that lower intakes of dietary fibre, folate and vitamin C were associated with gout. They are also high in potassium, amino acids, folic acid and fiber. Also note that more than 90 percent of strawberries are eau by weight since gout sufferers need plenty of water in their diet to get rid of urate crystals in the body, strawberries can effectively contribute to overall fluid intake. Americans eat an average of three-and-a-half pounds of fresh strawberries each per year. Every state in the US and province in Canada grows strawberries in the summertime so try and eat them locally if you can, organic of course.

Raspberries fight inflammation in gout the same way that aspirin or ibuprofen do by inhibiting signals sent by COX-1s and COX-2s enzymes which are responsible for the body’s inflammatory response. However, the effect in case of raspberries is definitely milder compared to the NSAIDs. Raspberries also contain antioxidant carotenoids, ellagic acid and quercetin. There are only 64 calories in a cup, is cholesterol-free and contains 186 mg of potassium which is very important for gout sufferers. Drinking a tea made from red raspberries or its’ leaves is also very effective in treating gout pain according to several gout sufferers.

Les baies d'açai qui poussent sur les palmiers en Amérique du Sud, sont des baies pourpres et ces baies n'ont qu'une durée de vie de 24 heures après la cueillette, donc elles doivent être congelées ou séchées immédiatement pour prolonger leur vie. C'est pourquoi la plupart des produits vendus sur le marché à base de baies d'açai ne sont disponibles qu'en forme de jus et rarement frais.

Finally, Goji berries native to China are very rich in vitamin A and carotenoids but it is still unclear how this berry stacks up against other berries. Also, don’t believe the marketing of some companies that this berry can cure cancer, it is pure BS but they are filled with powerful antioxidants and other compounds. Make sure you include any berry in your diet to help control your uric acid levels in your body and keep gout attacks from occurring. If you choose juice or canned or frozen blueberries, strawberries and so on, make sure to go for products that are low in calories and without added sugar. However, fresh or frozen fruits are generally preferred over juices in people with gout.

Nutrients That Affect Uric Acid

Vitamine C :

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, has one of the most potent antioxidant effects in the body when compared to all other vitamins and nutrients. By preventing or repairing cell damage and improving collagen synthesis, it helps to keep your skin, bones, connective tissue, and organs healthy.

La vitamine C est également essentielle pour un système immunitaire sain et l'absorption du fer dans le sang. Vitamine C aide les reins à éliminer les déchets (comme l'acide urique), stimule la production de globules rouges et réduit le risque de formation de calculs rénaux grâce à ses caractéristiques antioxydantes.

Vitamine A :
La vitamine A est un nutriment essentiel pour la croissance et le développement cellulaire, ainsi que pour le développement osseux, la fonction immunitaire, la reproduction et la fonction cellulaire. Elle aide également le cœur, les poumons, les reins et d'autres organes à fonctionner correctement.

Une carence en vitamine A à long terme peut augmenter le risque d'infections, de fatigue, d'infertilité, de peau et/ou de cheveux secs, ainsi que de cécité nocturne.

Vitamin A is essential for normal vision, immune function, cellular communication, growth and development, but there is no sufficient evidence that vitamin A improves the body’s ability to remove uric acid. In fact, one observational analysis by NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) from 2013 found higher serum vitamin A concentrations were associated with higher uric acid concentrations.

Vitamine B6 :

Vitamin B6 aids in the digestion of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. It aids the immune system, the heart, the brain, and the kidneys. Vitamin B6 is involved in amino-acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, immune function and haemoglobin formation.

Un apport suffisant en vitamine B6 aide le corps à éliminer les toxines nocives, à former des globules rouges, à contrôler les niveaux de glucose et à transporter de l'oxygène vers les reins.

Des troubles de la peau, des calculs rénaux, de l'arthrite rhumatoïde et une certaine forme d'anémie peuvent tous résulter d'un manque de vitamine B6.

Potassium :

Le potassium est un minéral qui sert également d'électrolyte. Ses propriétés actives améliorent la contraction musculaire, la fonction neuronale et l'équilibre des fluides. Par conséquent, le potassium aide au transport des nutriments dans les cellules, ce qui est nécessaire à la production d'énergie.

Excess sodium or salt in the body causes fluid retention, high blood pressure, and may increase the risk for some types of kidney stones. Excess salts can also cause muscle cramps.

Dans la goutte, un excès de sel dans le système est lié à la production d'acide urique. Le sel rend également plus difficile l'élimination par les reins d'autres déchets tels que l'acide urique.

Potassium is often underestimated when it comes to maintaining good kidney functions, yet it plays a critical role in eliminating excess salt from the body. It is essential for normal cellular, nerve, muscle and kidney function, and the kidneys regulate potassium excretion in response to dietary intake. The majority of gout sufferers try to keep their salt intake to a minimum.

Cependant, manger les bons aliments qui aident à éliminer l'acide urique peut être tout aussi bénéfique, voire plus.

Magnésium:

Le magnésium est un minéral nécessaire à une variété de processus corporels. Ce minéral soutient une fonction musculaire/nerveuse saine, des niveaux de sucre dans le sang, une pression artérielle et la formation osseuse.

Des études révèlent que ceux qui consomment plus de magnésium dans leur alimentation ont un risque plus faible d'hypertension artérielle, de maladies cardiaques, de diabète de type 2 et d'ostéoporose, bien que des recherches supplémentaires soient nécessaires.

D'autre part, une carence en magnésium peut entraîner de l'épuisement, des crampes musculaires, des migraines, un rythme cardiaque irrégulier et une maladie rénale chronique.

Magnesium intake is important for general health, and observational studies have associated higher magnesium intake with a lower likelihood of high uric acid levels. Magnesium-rich fruits can help the kidneys and prevent severe gout symptoms. While magnesium is beneficial for overall health, people with advanced kidney disease must be extremely careful.

De quoi méditer

Almost all fruits are low in acidic load and alkaline byproducts form after fruits are ingested and metabolized and ultimately increase urinary alkalinity.

L'urine devient moins acide en conséquence. Les reins peuvent transférer plus d'acide urique vers la vessie et l'urine parce que l'acide urique est plus soluble dans les solutions alcalines.

Il est tout aussi important d'éliminer l'acide urique que de réduire l'apport en purines. Lorsque vos reins ne fonctionnent pas correctement, vos niveaux d'acide urique resteront élevés pendant de longues périodes.

As a result, your gout tipping point will have less wiggle room. The correct fruits in your diet can help your kidneys function properly and flush out more uric acid, which is an important element of keeping your gout symptoms in check.

L'importance de manger des baies cultivées de manière biologique

Berries are notorious for being able to absorb high amounts of herbicides and pesticides. That’s why youshould try to eat organically-grown berries.

To ensure that the fruit you’re eating is at its peak of freshness, look for locally grown organic berries or an organic pick-your-own berry farm near you. Ripe fruit is also high in polyphenols and other beneficial compounds that aid in the management of gout.

That being said, going on a berry-picking trip usually results with collecting an excessive quantity of berries. Freezing ripe berries is a simple approach to ensure that you have these “magic bullets” on hand when you need them.

Voici quelques conseils pratiques pour vous assurer de congeler vos baies de la bonne façon :

1. Retirez les tiges, les baies non mûres et toutes les baies endommagées des baies.
2. En utilisant des essuie-tout ou un torchon de cuisine propre, séchez soigneusement les baies après les avoir rincées à l'eau fraîche. Les fraises se congèlent mieux lorsque les feuilles vertes sont enlevées, alors prenez quelques minutes pour le faire.
3. Sur une plaque à pâtisserie à rebords, disposez les baies en une seule couche.
4. Placez la plaque au congélateur pendant au moins sept heures ou toute une nuit pour vous assurer que les baies sont complètement congelées.
5. Remplissez les sacs de conservation en plastique refermables à moitié avec les baies et pressez autant d'air que possible avant de les fermer.
6. Gardez les baies congelées dans le congélateur pendant jusqu'à 6 mois jusqu'à ce que vous soyez prêt(e) à les utiliser (ou une année si vous avez un congélateur autonome).

Ajouter des baies supplémentaires à votre alimentation est toujours une bonne idée. Continuez à vous pousser et à essayer davantage de traitements naturels contre la goutte si vous souhaitez un soulagement à long terme et permanent de l'agonie de la goutte.