Title: Gout patients need to be vigilant! Never eat these foods
Gout is a disease caused by abnormal uric acid metabolism and manifests as joint pain, swelling, and inflammation. Controlling diet is one of the important means to prevent gout attacks. The following is a list of foods that gout patients should not eat that have been hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days. It is analyzed in detail based on scientific data.
1. High purine foods that gout patients should not eat

Purine is the precursor of uric acid. High-purine foods can significantly increase uric acid levels and induce gout attacks. The following are foods that gout patients should strictly avoid:
| food category | specific food | Purine content (mg/100g) |
|---|---|---|
| animal offal | Pork liver, pig kidney, chicken liver, duck liver | 250-400 |
| Seafood | Sardines, anchovies, roe, shellfish | 200-500 |
| meat | Rich broth, gravy, hot pot soup base | 150-300 |
| Liquor | Beer, liquor, rice wine | Promote uric acid production |
2. Gout patients should limit the consumption of medium and high purine foods
The following foods are high in purine, and gout patients should strictly control their intake:
| food category | specific food | Recommended intake |
|---|---|---|
| Livestock and poultry meat | Pork, beef, mutton, chicken | No more than 100g per day |
| Beans and products | Soybeans, tofu, soy milk | 2-3 times a week, 50g each time |
| some vegetables | Spinach, asparagus, mushrooms | Eat in moderation |
| Nuts | Peanuts, cashews, walnuts | A handful a day |
3. Low-purine foods that gout patients can safely eat
The following foods are low in purines and are ideal for gout sufferers:
| food category | specific food | benefit |
|---|---|---|
| dairy products | milk, yogurt, cheese | Promote uric acid excretion |
| Eggs | Eggs, duck eggs | High quality protein source |
| Cereals | Rice, wheat, corn | provide energy |
| fruit | cherries, strawberries, apples | Antioxidant, lower uric acid |
| vegetable | Cucumber, cabbage, carrot | Low in purines, rich in fiber |
4. Other precautions for gout diet
1.drink more water: Daily drinking water should reach 2000-3000ml to help uric acid excretion.
2.control weight: Obesity increases the risk of gout, but weight loss should be gradual and avoid strenuous exercise causing uric acid fluctuations.
3.Avoid high fructose foods: Sugary drinks, fruit juice, etc. inhibit uric acid excretion.
4.balanced diet: Ensure balanced intake of protein, vitamins and minerals.
5.Regular schedule: Avoid staying up late and being stressed, as these will affect uric acid metabolism.
5. Recent hot topics related to gout
1. "Whether asymptomatic hyperuricemia requires treatment" has become a hot topic recently. Experts suggest that when blood uric acid levels exceed 540 μmol/L, drug treatment should be considered even if there are no symptoms.
2. The discussion of "new uric acid-lowering drugs" has become more popular, especially selective uric acid reabsorption inhibitors.
3. The "Relationship between Gout and Cardiovascular Disease" study shows that gout patients have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and require comprehensive management.
4. In the topic of "Adjunct treatment of gout with traditional Chinese medicine and diet", traditional methods such as barley water and corn silk tea were discussed.
5. "The rising incidence of gout among young people" has aroused concern, and poor eating habits and lifestyle are considered to be the main reasons.
Gout management requires long-term persistence, and a reasonable diet is the foundation. It is recommended that gout patients regularly check their blood uric acid levels and develop personalized diet and treatment plans under the guidance of a doctor. Remember, controlling your diet can not only relieve symptoms but also prevent complications.
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