Can people with gout eat duck meat?
Disease description:
I usually buy duck meat to make soup, but I’ve had a gout flare-up these past few days. I’d like to know: Is it safe for people with gout to eat duck meat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Patients with gout may consume duck meat in moderation. Gout primarily results from poorly controlled long-term hyperuricemia, leading to deposition of urate crystals in soft tissues, joints, and kidneys. Uric acid is a metabolic byproduct of purines; therefore, dietary management focuses on restricting high-purine foods. Such foods mainly include animal offal, seafood, and certain meats—particularly pork, beef, and lamb.
