E Purine Diet
E Purine Diet
E Purine Diet
2. Avoid shellfish (shrimp, clams, crab, lobster, mussels, scallops), sardines, mackerel, anchovies,
herring, meat broth, large amounts of meat, organ meats (brain, kidney, liver, sweetbreads, tongue).
4. Avoid alcohol.
5. Drink 8 to 12 glasses of water daily (2-3 qts) to promote excretion of uric acid.
If you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or take a ‘water pill’ or diuretic,
talk with your doctor first.
6. Maintain ideal body weight. If overweight, a gradual weight reduction of 1-2 lbs. a week is
suggested. Limit foods high in fat and sugar to aid in weight maintenance.
Note: Too much purine can increase the uric acid level in the blood. Patients suffering from gout should limit
their intake of moderate and high purine foods. Beans, lentils, vegetables, and whole grains have not been
shown to increase the risk of gout or flare-ups. Please speak with a doctor and registered dietitian to determine
the best treatment for you.
Reference: Bowes & Church’s “Food Values of Portions Commonly Used”, 19th Edition, 2010.