Can people with gout eat meat floss?
Disease description:
Recently, my grandfather has frequently been awakened by severe pain in the middle of the night due to redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in his toes, ankles, knees, wrists, fingers, and elbows. After medical evaluation, he was diagnosed with gout. May I ask: Is it safe for someone with gout to consume meat floss?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Yu Chunyan
Patients with gout may consume a small amount of meat floss occasionally, but should avoid excessive intake, as meat floss does contain some purines—albeit not in particularly high amounts. The primary dietary considerations include limiting seafood, reducing consumption of meat, and minimizing alcohol intake, all of which help reduce gout flare-ups. During acute gout attacks, treatment typically involves medications such as febuxostat.
