What type of alcohol can people with gout drink?
Disease description:
I usually enjoy a glass of wine in the evening. Recently, I was diagnosed with gout and would like to ask: Which types of alcoholic beverages are safe for people with gout?
Patients with gout must avoid all types of alcoholic beverages. They should follow a low-purine diet and abstain from alcohol entirely, as alcoholic drinks elevate serum uric acid levels and may trigger gout attacks—particularly yellow rice wine and beer. In addition to alcoholic beverages, carbonated drinks and beverages high in fructose are also unsuitable for gout patients.
Gout patients may drink tea and should maintain adequate hydration by drinking plenty of water. Regular, moderate physical activity is also recommended to promote the excretion of uric acid salts from the body.
I hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health!