Can people with gout drink goji berries?

Gout patients can consume Lycium barbarum (goji berries). As a traditional Chinese medicinal herb and nourishing ingredient, Lycium barbarum has functions of nourishing the kidneys, moistening the lungs, enriching the liver, and improving vision, making it suitable for patients with yin deficiency or insufficiency of the liver and kidneys. For individuals with gout, Lycium barbarum is considered a low-purine food, and moderate consumption will not cause fluctuations in uric acid levels or affect the recovery from gout-related discomfort. Furthermore, Lycium barbarum is rich in various nutrients such as Lycium polysaccharides, beta-carotene, and vitamins, providing health benefits including antioxidant effects and immune system enhancement. Therefore, it is beneficial for gout patients to consume an appropriate amount of Lycium barbarum under a doctor's guidance. However, it is important to note that Lycium barbarum cannot directly treat gout, and patients should still follow the principle of a low-purine diet, avoiding the intake of high-purine foods to maintain stable uric acid levels.