Can people with gout eat hazelnuts?

Gout patients can eat hazelnuts, but should do so in moderation. As a type of nut, hazelnuts have low purine content, and moderate consumption generally does not cause significant fluctuations in uric acid levels, making them suitable for gout patients. Hazelnuts are not only low in purine, but also rich in unsaturated fatty acids, protein, vitamin E, B vitamins, and various minerals such as magnesium, calcium, copper, manganese, iron, phosphorus, and zinc, all of which are beneficial to health. However, hazelnuts are relatively high in calories, and excessive consumption may affect the intake of other foods. Therefore, it is recommended that gout patients control their daily intake and maintain a balanced diet. When choosing foods, gout patients should follow the principle of low purine and balanced nutrition, avoiding excessive intake of high-purine foods such as seafood and animal offal to help manage their condition.