Is the purine content high in donkey meat?

The purine content of donkey meat is relatively high.

Specifically, the purine content in donkey meat ranges approximately from 25 to 150 milligrams, with about 117 milligrams of purines per 100 grams of donkey meat, classifying it as a moderate to high-purine food. In fact, compared to certain other meats such as pork and beef, its purine content is not particularly high. However, patients with gout or hyperuricemia should still consume it in moderation, as excessive purine intake may lead to elevated uric acid levels in the body, potentially triggering gout attacks or worsening the condition. During the acute phase of gout symptoms, characterized by sudden redness, swelling, heat, and severe pain in the joints, donkey meat should be completely avoided, as high-purine foods produce large amounts of uric acid during metabolism, which can easily form urate deposits in bones and joints. Patients may consume donkey meat in moderation but must still control the intake to avoid triggering gout attacks.

Patients are advised to maintain a balanced diet, increase the consumption of alkaline foods such as vegetables and fruits, and simultaneously reduce the consumption of high-purine foods like red meat, seafood, and alcohol, to maintain stable uric acid levels and prevent the onset and progression of gout.