Can people with gout eat duck meat?

People with gout can consume duck meat in moderation but should pay attention to controlling the intake amount. Duck meat, as a type of meat, has a moderate purine content, with approximately 138.4 milligrams of purines per 100 grams of duck meat, which is considered a moderate level. Gout is primarily caused by excessively high levels of uric acid in the body, and purines are precursor substances of uric acid. Therefore, individuals with gout need to limit their intake of high-purine foods. Eating duck meat in moderation will not significantly affect the uric acid levels in patients with gout and can instead provide rich protein and other nutrients. However, excessive consumption of duck meat may increase the risk of uric acid production, potentially triggering or worsening gout symptoms. Therefore, gout patients should reasonably control their intake of duck meat according to their individual condition and physical status, following the advice of a doctor or nutritionist.