The Urica Blog
Evidence-based articles about gout management, food triggers, and the metabolic factors that actually matter. No fear-mongering, just science.
Does Vitamin C Lower Uric Acid? What the Trials Actually Show
Slightly. Trials average a 0.35 mg/dL drop, less in people with gout, and the ACR advises against it as a gout treatment. Dose, food sources and stone risk.
Is Avocado Good for Gout? Purines, Fats and Potassium
Avocado is low in purines, nearly sugar-free and rich in fiber and potassium, so it suits a gout diet. No study shows it lowers uric acid on its own.
Is Celery Good for Gout? Celery Seed, Juice and the Evidence
Celery is low in purines and a fine food for gout, but claims that celery or celery seed lower uric acid rest mostly on animal studies. Here's the evidence.
Is Cod Bad for Gout? Purines, Portions and Fish and Chips
Cod has about 105 mg of purines per 100 g, still one of the lower-purine fish. How much fits a gout diet, what to watch in fish and chips, and smart swaps.
Is Crab Bad for Gout? Real Crab vs. Imitation Crab
Real crab has about 120 mg of purines per 100 g; imitation crab about 25 mg. How much crab fits a gout diet, plus crab legs, crab cakes and crab boils.
Is Creatine Bad for Gout? Creatine, Creatinine and Uric Acid
Creatine isn't a purine and isn't linked to gout flares, but it can raise creatinine on kidney tests. What the evidence shows, plus kidney and hydration tips.
Is Ham Bad for Gout? Purines, Sodium and Holiday Ham
Cured and deli ham run about 160 mg of purines per 100 g (high). A 3 oz slice now and then is fine; big holiday portions and daily deli ham add up.
Is Ice Cream Bad for Gout? Dairy Benefits vs. Added Sugar
Ice cream is very low in purines, but it's mostly sugar, not the protective low-fat dairy seen in gout studies. A small scoop now and then is fine.
Is Lobster Bad for Gout? Purines, Portions and What to Skip
Lobster has about 100 mg of purines per 100 g, at the lower end for shellfish. How much fits a gout diet, why to skip the tomalley, and better swaps.
Is Mackerel Bad for Gout? Purines vs. Omega-3s
Fresh Atlantic mackerel has about 200 mg of purines per 100 g (high), and canned is higher. It is rich in omega-3s. How much fits a gout diet.
Is Peanut Butter Bad for Gout? Purines, Sugar and Portions
Peanut butter is low in purines, about 16 mg per 2 tablespoons, and plant protein isn't linked to gout. Choose peanuts-and-salt jars and watch portions.
Is Popcorn Bad for Gout? Purines, Whole Grain and Toppings
Plain popcorn is low in purines and a 100% whole grain, so it's a good gout snack. Theater butter, caramel coatings and the soda on the side are the problems.
Is Protein Powder Bad for Gout? Whey vs. Pea vs. Soy
Most plain protein powders are fine with gout. Whey and casein are very low in purines; soy and pea carry more, but plant protein isn't tied to gout risk.
Is Sausage Bad for Gout? Pork, Chicken and Turkey Compared
Fresh pork sausage has about 160 mg of purines per 100 g and turkey sausage about 90. For gout, portions, sodium and the beer with the brats matter too.
Is Vodka Bad for Gout? Purines, Mixers and How Much
Vodka has no purines, but alcohol still raises uric acid and flare risk. How it compares with beer and wine, which mixers matter and how much is too much.
Are Anchovies Bad for Gout? Fresh, Canned and Herring Compared
Anchovies are among the highest-purine fish, about 320–355 mg per 100 g. Why a few fillets differ from a plateful, plus herring and canned fish.
Are Clams and Mussels Bad for Gout? Purines and Portions
Clams have about 135 mg of purines per 100 g. Mussels have no lab data in the USDA database and are likely higher. Portions, flares and better swaps.
Are Oysters Bad for Gout? Purines per Dozen and Safer Picks
Raw oysters have about 120 mg of purines per 100 g, the low end of the high band. What a half-dozen or a dozen adds up to, plus flare advice and swaps.
Are Scallops Bad for Gout? What the Purine Data Shows
One lab analysis puts scallops at about 75 mg of purines per 100 g, but older tables list far more. Why caution still applies, plus portions and swaps.
Is Catfish Bad for Gout? Purines, Fried Catfish and Swaps
Farmed catfish has about 205 mg of purines per 100 g in USDA's newest data, in the very high band. Safe portions, fried catfish, and lower-purine swaps.
Is Corned Beef Bad for Gout? Purines, Salt and Brisket
Treat corned beef like other beef: a modest portion is fine, but it isn't low in purines. The only lab value is for Japanese canned corned beef. Sodium is high.
Is Deli Meat Bad for Gout? Turkey, Ham, Salami and Hot Dogs
Most deli meats are high in purines, and new USDA tests put deli turkey and salami in the very high band. Per-serving numbers, sodium and better lunches.
Is Duck Bad for Gout? Purines, Portions and Duck Fat
Duck has about 138 mg of purines per 100 g, close to chicken, though it hasn't been lab-tested for the USDA database. Portions, duck fat, liver and swaps.
Is Ground Beef Bad for Gout? Lean vs Regular, and Burgers
Ground beef is a high-purine meat: a quarter-pound burger carries about 150 to 215 mg. Leaner blends run higher per gram. Portions, cooking and swaps.
Is Kiwi Good for Gout? Vitamin C, Fructose and the Evidence
Kiwi is a good fruit for gout: low in purines, rich in vitamin C and low in fructose, about 3 g each. But no study shows kiwi itself lowers uric acid or flares.
Is Liver Bad for Gout? Liver and Organ Meats Explained
Liver has about 210–285 mg of purines per 100 g: lower than older charts claim, but still very high. Why the numbers differ, portions, and other organ meats.
Is Pasta Bad for Gout? Purines, Glycemic Index and Sauces
Plain pasta is low in purines and has a lower glycemic index than bread or white rice. The sauce and the portion decide whether a pasta meal suits gout.
Is Tilapia Bad for Gout? Why It's Not a Low-Purine Fish
USDA's newest analysis puts tilapia at about 185 mg of purines per 100 g, in the high band, not low. How much fits a gout diet and what to eat instead.
Is Trout Bad for Gout? Purines, Omega-3s and Portions
Rainbow trout has about 180 mg of purines per 100 g, in the high band, plus useful omega-3s. How much fits a gout diet, and which swaps are lower.
Is Venison Bad for Gout? Venison, Elk and Bison Compared
Venison, elk and bison sit in the high purine band, about 135–160 mg per 100 g, similar to or above most beef. Portions, lead in game, and better swaps.
Are Sweet Potatoes Bad for Gout? Purines and GI Facts
Sweet potatoes are very low in purines with a lower glycemic index than white potatoes, so they have a gentle impact on uric acid. Preparation matters.
Does Fasting Help Gout? Short-Term vs. Long-Term
Short-term fasting temporarily raises uric acid, but sustained weight loss and better insulin sensitivity often lower it over time. Here's the nuance.
French Fries and Gout: What Frying Does to Potatoes
French fries are very low in purines, so they aren't a purine issue. The real factors for gout are glycemic load, frying oils, and uric acid excretion.
Is Greek Yogurt Good for Gout? What the Evidence Says
Greek yogurt is low in purines, and its dairy proteins have a mild uricosuric effect that helps kidneys clear uric acid. Here's the full evidence.
Are Almonds Bad for Gout? Nuts as Safe Snacks
Almonds are low in purines and safe for gout sufferers. Learn how their healthy fats, protein, and anti-inflammatory properties support gout management.
Are Apples Bad for Gout? Understanding Fruit Fructose
Apples contain 10-13g of fructose per medium fruit, making them one of the higher-fructose common fruits. But fiber changes the equation significantly.
Are Beans Bad for Gout? Plant Purines vs. Animal Purines
Cooked and canned beans are low in purines, and large studies show plant purines don't raise gout risk the way meat does. Plus, their fiber supports the gut excretion pathway.
Allopurinol and Diet: Does What You Eat Still Matter on Medication?
Yes, diet still matters even on allopurinol. Learn why medication alone may not be enough and how food choices complement urate-lowering therapy for best results.
Are Grapes Bad for Gout? Fructose Content and Flare Risk
Grapes are low in purines but contain about 8g of fructose per cup, and they're easy to overeat. Here's how grapes affect uric acid and gout flares.
Are Mushrooms Bad for Gout? Purine Content Explained
Most fresh mushrooms are low to moderate in purines, and research shows vegetable purines don't increase gout risk. Learn why the old advice to avoid mushrooms is outdated.
Are Peanuts Bad for Gout? Nuts and Uric Acid
Peanuts are modest in purines and generally safe for gout. Learn why nuts are a good protein source for gout sufferers and which varieties to watch out for.
Are Strawberries Bad for Gout? Fruit Sugar and Uric Acid
Strawberries are low in purines AND low in fructose (~3.5g per cup), making them one of the best fruit choices for gout. Here's what the research says.
Are Sardines Bad for Gout? Why They're One of the Highest Purine Foods
Sardines contain about 280mg of purines per 100g fresh and 400mg canned, among the highest of any common food. Here's why that matters, and where omega-3s fit in.
Are Potatoes Bad for Gout? Purines vs. Glycemic Load
Potatoes are very low in purines but their high glycemic index can spike insulin and impair uric acid excretion. Preparation method matters.
Best Gout Tracker Apps in 2026: Features, Pricing, and Comparison
Compare the best gout tracker apps in 2026. See features, pricing, and how purpose-built gout apps differ from generic food trackers for managing flares.
Can Gout Be Cured? Understanding Remission and Long-Term Management
Gout cannot be cured permanently, but it can be effectively managed to achieve lasting remission. Learn how urate-lowering therapy dissolves crystals over time.
Colchicine and Food Interactions: What to Know
Colchicine can be taken with or without food, but avoid grapefruit. Learn about food interactions, GI side effects, and how colchicine works differently from ULT.
Does Sugar Cause Gout? How Fructose Drives Uric Acid Production
Not all sugar affects gout equally. Fructose is the key culprit, depleting ATP in your liver and raising uric acid levels within minutes. Here's the science.
Dietary Purines Only Account for 30% of Uric Acid — Here's What Else Matters
70% of your body's uric acid comes from internal metabolism, not food. This is why strict purine diets often fail and why metabolic health matters more.
Fructose Content in Common Foods: A Reference Guide for Gout
Comprehensive fructose content table for 100+ foods. Fructose both increases uric acid production and impairs excretion, making it a critical factor for gout.
Fructose: The Hidden Gout Trigger Most People Miss
Fructose is the only sugar that both increases uric acid production AND impairs kidney excretion. Research shows it may matter more than purines for many gout sufferers.
Glycemic Index Food List for Gout Sufferers
Comprehensive glycemic index food list specifically for gout management. Learn how high GI foods drive insulin resistance and impair uric acid excretion.
Summer BBQ With Gout: A Survival Guide
Grilled meats, beer, soda, and summer heat create a perfect storm for gout flares. Learn practical BBQ strategies to enjoy cookouts without triggering an attack.
Gout and Diabetes: Shared Metabolic Roots
Gout and type 2 diabetes share a common driver: insulin resistance. Learn how these conditions interact and which medications affect both uric acid and blood sugar.
The Mental Health Impact of Living With Gout
Gout doesn't just hurt your joints. Learn how chronic gout affects mental health, from depression and anxiety to social isolation, and strategies to regain control.
Complete Guide: Foods and Gout — What to Eat and What to Track
A comprehensive guide to how specific foods affect gout, covering proteins, vegetables, fruits, beverages, and more — with the metabolic context most lists miss.
Gout and Kidney Disease: How They're Connected
Gout and kidney disease share a bidirectional relationship. Impaired kidneys raise uric acid, and chronic hyperuricemia may damage kidneys. Learn how they interact.
Gout and Obesity: How Excess Weight Drives Uric Acid
Obesity increases gout risk through insulin resistance, inflammatory cytokines, and impaired uric acid excretion. But crash diets can trigger flares too.
Gout-Friendly Thanksgiving: How to Enjoy the Holiday Without a Flare
Thanksgiving with gout doesn't mean missing out. Learn which holiday foods are surprisingly risky, smart swaps for the feast, and how to enjoy the day flare-free.
Traveling With Gout: Preparation Tips and Emergency Planning
Don't let gout ruin your trip. Learn how to prepare for travel with gout, manage airplane dehydration, pack an emergency flare kit, and navigate food abroad.
Managing Gout on a Budget: Affordable Meal Ideas
You don't need expensive specialty foods to manage gout. Discover affordable, gout-friendly meals using everyday ingredients like eggs, rice, beans, and dairy.
How to Keep a Gout Flare Diary That Actually Helps
Learn how to keep a gout flare diary that reveals real patterns. Record severity, location, timing, and the 24-72 hours of context that actually matter.
Why Does Gout Attack the Big Toe? The Science of Crystal Formation
Gout attacks the big toe more than any other joint. Learn the science behind why temperature, gravity, and mechanical stress make the big toe a crystal hotspot.
Eating Out With Gout: How to Navigate Restaurant Menus
Learn how to eat out confidently with gout. Tips for navigating Italian, Chinese, Mexican, Japanese, and American restaurant menus while managing uric acid levels.
Gout Food Diary: Why Tracking Meals Can Reveal Your Personal Triggers
A gout food diary tracks more than purines. Learn why logging fructose, glycemic load, and hydration alongside meals reveals your unique trigger patterns.
Gout in Your 20s and 30s: Why It's Becoming More Common
Gout is rising among young adults due to HFCS consumption, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. Learn why it's often misdiagnosed and what younger patients should know.
7-Day Gout Meal Plan: Metabolic-Friendly Eating
A practical 7-day gout meal plan focused on low fructose, low glycemic, and well-hydrated eating. Goes beyond purine avoidance to address metabolic factors.
The Metabolic Approach to Gout Management
Gout is a metabolic disease driven by excretion problems, insulin resistance, and fructose — not just dietary purines. Explore the science behind modern gout management.
Gout Is a Metabolic Disease, Not Just a Diet Problem
Gout is deeply connected to metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. The outdated 'rich man's disease' framing delays proper treatment.
10 Gout Myths That Are Making Your Flares Worse
Think gout is just about red meat and rich food? These 10 common gout myths might be sabotaging your management strategy. Get the facts backed by modern research.
Gout Symptoms: How to Recognize a Flare and What to Do
Learn to recognize gout symptoms including sudden joint pain, swelling, and redness. Understand the four stages of gout and when to seek medical attention.
How to Track and Understand Your Gout Triggers
Personal trigger tracking is more effective than generic food lists for gout management. Learn how to use data to discover what actually causes your flares.
Finding Your Gout Trigger Patterns: How Correlation Analysis Works
Learn how correlation analysis identifies your personal gout triggers from tracking data. Understand why individual triggers vary and how much data you need.
Gout vs. Pseudogout: Key Differences and How to Tell Them Apart
Gout and pseudogout both cause sudden joint pain but involve different crystals and treatments. Learn the key differences in symptoms, diagnosis, and management.
High-Fructose Corn Syrup and Gout: The Modern Epidemic
The rise of HFCS in the food supply closely parallels the surge in gout cases. Learn why HFCS is uniquely problematic and where it hides in everyday foods.
High Purine Foods List: What to Limit and What to Track
Complete list of high purine foods with mg per 100g values. Learn which high-purine foods to limit and why animal vs. plant purines matter differently.
How Alcohol Causes Gout Flares (It's Not Just About Purines)
Alcohol triggers gout through a dual mechanism: speeding up uric acid production AND, at higher intakes, reducing kidney excretion via lactate. Beer is worst, but all alcohol affects gout.
How Long Does a Gout Flare Last? Timeline and Recovery
A typical gout flare lasts 7-14 days untreated, or 3-10 days with prompt treatment. Learn the full recovery timeline, what to expect, and when to see a doctor.
How to Stop a Gout Flare Fast: Immediate Steps + Long-Term Prevention
Experiencing a gout flare right now? Here are the immediate steps to reduce pain fast, plus long-term strategies to prevent future attacks.
How to Track Your Gout Triggers: A Complete Guide
Learn what gout triggers to track beyond purines, including hydration, sleep, stress, and meals. Discover why comprehensive tracking reveals your personal patterns.
Insulin Resistance and Gout: The Metabolic Connection
Insulin resistance impairs your kidneys' ability to excrete uric acid by stimulating URAT1 transporters. Up to 70% of gout patients have metabolic syndrome.
Intermittent Fasting and Gout: How to Fast Safely
Intermittent fasting can spike uric acid through cell breakdown, dehydration, and ketosis. Learn how to fast safely with gout and minimize your flare risk.
Is Asparagus Bad for Gout? The Outdated Advice You Can Ignore
Asparagus was once on every gout 'avoid' list because of its purines, yet it is a low-purine vegetable. Modern research shows vegetable purines don't increase gout risk.
Is Beef Bad for Gout? A Metabolic Perspective
Most beef cuts have about 100-125mg of purines per 100g, below chicken breast and pork loin. Saturated fat and insulin resistance matter too. Here's the full picture.
Is Bread Bad for Gout? Refined Carbs and the Insulin Connection
Bread is low in purines but white bread's high glycemic index drives insulin spikes that impair uric acid excretion. Learn why the type of bread matters.
Is Broccoli Bad for Gout? Why It's One of the Safest Vegetables
Broccoli has moderate purines for a vegetable (~70mg/100g raw), but vegetable purines don't raise gout risk, and it's rich in vitamin C. Learn why broccoli is one of the best vegetables for gout management.
Is Cheese Bad for Gout? Which Types Are Safest
Cheese is generally safe for gout and dairy proteins may actually help lower uric acid. Learn which cheeses are best and how dairy's uricosuric effect works.
Is Chocolate Bad for Gout? Dark vs. Milk and Uric Acid
Chocolate is low in purines, but sugar content varies greatly by type. Learn why dark chocolate may actually benefit gout while milk chocolate is more concerning.
Is Corn Bad for Gout? What About High-Fructose Corn Syrup?
Corn itself is low in purines and safe for gout, but its derivative HFCS is one of the worst gout triggers. Learn the critical difference.
Is Green Tea Good for Gout? Antioxidants and Uric Acid
Green tea's EGCG blocks the uric acid enzyme in lab studies, but human studies haven't shown lower uric acid. What the research says about tea and gout.
Is Honey Bad for Gout? The Natural Fructose Trap
Honey is approximately 40% fructose by weight - a concentrated source that drives uric acid production. Being natural does not make it safe for gout.
Is Lamb Bad for Gout? Breaking Down the Evidence
Lamb has about 130mg of purines per 100g, like most meats, but its saturated fat and effect on insulin resistance may matter more than the purines.
Does Lemon Water Help Gout? Alkalizing Claims vs. Science
Lemon water is a popular gout remedy, but does it actually work? The alkalizing claims are mostly myth, though citrate and hydration offer real, modest benefits.
Is Orange Juice Bad for Gout? The Hidden Fructose Problem
Orange juice has zero purines, but its fructose (15-18g per 12oz) was linked to more than double the gout risk in women. Here's why fructose matters more.
Is Pizza Bad for Gout? A Meal-Level Analysis
Pizza's individual ingredients are mostly moderate, but the combination of refined dough, processed toppings, and typical drink pairings creates a higher-risk meal.
Is Pineapple Good for Gout? Bromelain Benefits vs. Fructose Risk
Pineapple contains bromelain, an anti-inflammatory enzyme, but also moderate fructose (~7g per cup). Here's how to weigh the benefits against the risks.
Is Soda Bad for Gout? How Sugar Drives Uric Acid Production
Soda contains zero purines yet dramatically increases gout risk. Learn how fructose in soft drinks drives uric acid production through a hidden metabolic pathway.
Is Spinach Bad for Gout? Why High-Purine Vegetables Are Actually Safe
Spinach contains about 110mg of purines per 100g, yet large studies show purine-rich vegetables don't increase gout risk. Here's why plant purines are different.
Is Tofu Bad for Gout? Plant Protein and Purine Myths
Tofu is low in purines and studies show soy does not raise gout risk. Learn why plant-source purines behave differently and how tofu fits into gout management.
Is Watermelon Bad for Gout? Summer Fruit and Uric Acid
Watermelon has moderate fructose but is 92% water, which supports hydration and uric acid excretion. Here's how watermelon fits into gout management.
Is Turkey Bad for Gout? Here's What Studies Say
Turkey breast has about 120mg of purines per 100g, a bit less than chicken breast; deli turkey is much higher. But what you eat alongside it, especially at Thanksgiving, may matter more.
Is Whiskey Bad for Gout? Spirits and Uric Acid Levels
Whiskey has fewer purines than beer, but alcohol still impairs uric acid excretion. Learn how spirits affect gout risk and what the research says.
Is Yogurt Good for Gout? How Dairy Lowers Uric Acid
Yogurt is low in purines and contains dairy proteins that promote uric acid excretion. Learn why plain yogurt helps gout and why flavored varieties can backfire.
Keto Diet and Gout: The Ketone-Uric Acid Connection
Thinking about keto with gout? Ketones compete with uric acid for kidney excretion, raising short-term risk. But the long-term picture is more nuanced.
Low Purine Foods List: Safe Foods for Gout Sufferers
Complete list of low purine foods under 100mg per 100g. Includes dairy, grains, vegetables, fruits, and more with fructose data for gout management.
Purine Content in Meat: Chart by Cut (mg per 100g)
Detailed purine content table for every type of meat including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, lamb, and game meats. Organized by cut with mg per 100g values.
Purine Content in Seafood: Fish, Shellfish, and Everything in Between
Complete purine content reference for seafood including fish, shellfish, and canned options. Ranges from very high (anchovies, sardines, salmon) to moderate (sole, pollock).
Purine Content in Vegetables: Why Plant Purines Are Different
Purine content of 45+ vegetables (mg per 100 g), plus the research on why plant purines matter much less for gout than meat and seafood purines.
Best Purine Trackers: Why Tracking Purines Alone Isn't Enough
Purine trackers help manage gout, but purines are only ~30% of the picture. Learn why fructose and metabolic factors matter more than most people realize.
Complete Purine Food Chart: 180+ Foods Ranked by Purine Content
The most comprehensive purine food chart available. 180+ foods ranked by purine content in mg per 100g, organized by category with fructose data included.
Urica Purine & Fructose Database: Complete Reference
A comprehensive purine and fructose reference for gout management — because tracking both matters more than tracking purines alone.
Can Stress Cause Gout Flares? The Cortisol Connection
Stress affects gout through cortisol's impact on kidney function, sleep disruption, dehydration, and dietary choices. Here's the science behind the stress-flare link.
Understanding Gout: Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Science
A comprehensive guide to gout — the most common inflammatory arthritis — covering causes, symptoms, treatment, and what modern research has changed about management.
Why Your Body's Ability to Excrete Uric Acid Matters More Than What You Eat
90% of gout patients are under-excreters. Learn how URAT1 and ABCG2 transporters work, what impairs them, and why 30% of excretion happens through your gut.
Uric Acid in Foods: Complete Table and Database
Comprehensive reference table of uric acid potential in foods. Learn how purines in food convert to uric acid and which foods have the greatest impact.
Uric Acid Levels Chart: What's Normal and What's Dangerous
Understand your uric acid blood test results with our reference chart. Normal ranges, crystallization thresholds, and why levels fluctuate day to day.
What Causes Gout? Beyond Purines — The Full Metabolic Picture
Gout is caused by uric acid crystallization, but diet is only part of the story. Learn about genetics, metabolism, kidney function, and other factors driving gout.
Is Chicken Bad for Gout? What the Research Actually Shows
Chicken breast has about 160mg of purines per 100g raw, in the high band, but dietary purines only account for ~30% of uric acid. Here's the full metabolic picture.
Glycemic Index, Insulin Resistance, and Gout: The Metabolic Connection
Insulin resistance impairs your kidneys' ability to excrete uric acid. Understanding glycemic index and load may be more important for gout than counting purines.
Are Tomatoes Bad for Gout? Separating Myth from Research
Tomatoes are low in purines but some gout patients report them as triggers. Here's what the research says about tomatoes, uric acid, and why individual responses vary.
Why Gout Is an Excretion Problem, Not Just a Diet Problem
90% of gout patients are 'under-excreters' whose kidneys don't clear uric acid efficiently. Understanding this changes everything about gout management.
Is Coffee Good or Bad for Gout? The Surprising Research
Multiple large studies show coffee is associated with lower uric acid levels and reduced gout risk. Here's what the research says about coffee and gout.
The Gut-Gout Connection: How Your Microbiome Affects Uric Acid
Up to 30% of uric acid is excreted through the gut. Your gut bacteria play a direct role in breaking down purines and managing uric acid levels.
Is Beer Bad for Gout? Why Beer Is the Worst Alcohol for Uric Acid
Beer is the alcohol most strongly linked to gout. It delivers a triple hit: alcohol impairs excretion, beer contains purines, and its yeast content adds more.
Dehydration and Gout: Why Water May Matter More Than Diet
Dehydration concentrates uric acid and reduces kidney clearance. Staying hydrated may be one of the simplest and most effective gout management strategies.
Are Eggs Bad for Gout? One of the Safest Protein Sources
Eggs are very low in purines and are one of the safest protein sources for gout sufferers. Here's why eggs are a smart choice and how they fit into gout management.
Is Shrimp Bad for Gout? Purines, Context, and What Actually Matters
Shrimp has about 180mg of purines per 100g, similar to chicken breast. Here's what research shows about shellfish, uric acid excretion, and gout.
Are Cherries Good for Gout? What the Research Actually Supports
Cherries and cherry extract have genuine research backing for gout management. Here's what studies show about anthocyanins, inflammation, and uric acid.
Is Salmon Bad for Gout? The Omega-3 Trade-Off
Salmon is high in purines in current US analyses (about 250mg per 100g) but rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3s. Here's how to weigh the trade-offs for gout management.
Is Milk Good for Gout? Why Dairy May Actually Help
Low-fat dairy is one of the few food groups consistently shown to reduce gout risk. Research suggests milk proteins help the kidneys excrete uric acid.
Is Wine Bad for Gout? How Wine Compares to Beer and Spirits
Wine is linked to the smallest rise in long-term gout risk of any alcohol, unlike beer. But in people who already have gout, even 1-2 glasses can raise the odds of a flare.
Best and Worst Drinks for Gout: A Complete Guide
What you drink affects gout through hydration, fructose intake, and uric acid excretion. Here's a research-backed ranking of the best and worst beverages.
Foods That Actually Lower Uric Acid: Evidence-Based Guide
Some foods actively help reduce uric acid levels through improved excretion and reduced production. Here's what research supports beyond just avoiding purines.
How to Prevent Gout Flares: Beyond the Food List
Preventing gout flares requires more than avoiding purines. Hydration, metabolic health, fructose management, and personal trigger discovery are equally important.
Why Gout Flares Happen at Night: The Science Explained
Gout attacks peak between midnight and 8am. Understanding why reveals key insights about temperature, dehydration, and uric acid crystal formation.
Is Pork Bad for Gout? Purine Content and the Bigger Picture
Pork is a high-purine meat, and lean loin and chops measure higher than chicken or beef. Portions, and what you eat pork WITH, matter as much as the cut.
Gout and Weight Loss: Why Metabolism Matters More Than Purines
Weight loss improves insulin sensitivity and uric acid excretion, but crash diets can trigger flares. Here's the evidence-based approach to weight management with gout.
Is Oatmeal Good for Gout? Fiber, Glycemic Index, and Gut Health
Oatmeal is a low-glycemic, high-fiber food that supports insulin sensitivity and gut health - two key factors in uric acid management.
Are Bananas Good for Gout? Potassium, Sugar, and the Full Picture
Bananas are low in purines and rich in potassium, but their sugar content matters. Here's how bananas fit into evidence-based gout management.
Is Rice Bad for Gout? Glycemic Index Is the Real Question
Rice is low in purines, but its glycemic impact varies dramatically by type. For gout, the insulin response matters more than the purine content.
Is Tuna Bad for Gout? Canned vs Fresh and What Else Matters
Tuna is in the high purine band (about 140mg per 100g canned, 185mg fresh), but what you eat it with and your metabolic health influence gout risk more than the fish itself.