For the longest time, I believed that “dieting” meant punishment — bland food, strict rules, and saying goodbye to everything I loved. I tried everything from low-carb to no-sugar to fruit-only diets, and all they left me with was frustration and a serious craving for a big bowl of pasta.
But things changed when I stopped thinking of diet as a rulebook and started thinking of it as fuel. Not a restriction — just better choices.
It all started when I felt constantly tired, bloated, and honestly… just dull. I wasn’t overweight, but I didn’t feel healthy. Around the same time, my reports showed high uric acid. That’s when I heard of something called a low purine diet — a way of eating that helps keep uric acid in control.
Honestly, I had never even heard of purines before. But the more I read, the more it made sense. Purines are found in certain foods like red meat, organ meat, shellfish, and even some types of dals and spinach. When your body breaks down purines, it produces uric acid — and too much of it causes joint pain, fatigue, and even kidney issues over time.
So, I decided to make small changes. I didn’t touch red meat or liver. I cut down on mushrooms and limited spinach to once a week. I swapped masoor dal (which is high in purines) with moong and toor dal. I also increased my water intake — almost 3 liters daily — to flush out excess uric acid. I added more fruits like bananas, cherries, and citrus fruits to help naturally bring balance.
At the same time, I didn’t go overboard. I still had my favorite foods, but I learned to manage them smartly. Instead of saying “I can’t have this,” I asked myself “How much of this can I enjoy without messing up my health?”
I also stopped eating while scrolling on my phone. Sounds silly, but actually tasting my food made me eat slower and feel full faster. That alone made a huge difference.
Snacking was another trap. I prepped my snacks ahead — roasted makhana, fruits, soaked almonds. That way, I didn’t grab junk food just because I was bored or tired.
And the biggest change? I stopped chasing diets and started listening to my body.
Two months into this journey — with a more mindful approach and a low purine-friendly twist — my energy came back, my joint pain reduced, my sleep improved, and my reports showed normal uric acid levels. I even lost a few kilos without trying too hard.
So if you’re tired of harsh diets, try eating for balance, not perfection. Whether it’s a general health goal or something specific like uric acid, small shifts can create powerful results. And trust me — you don’t have to give up your favorite foods to feel amazing again.
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