Can people with gout eat hairtail fish?
Disease description:
I usually eat hairtail fish to satisfy my hunger. Recently, I had a gout attack, and I would like to know, is it okay for someone with gout to eat hairtail fish?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Gout patients are generally advised not to eat hairtail fish. As a type of seafood, hairtail fish has a relatively high purine content, with approximately 250 milligrams of purines per 100 grams. For individuals with gout, high-purine foods can lead to elevated uric acid levels in the body, thereby triggering or worsening gout symptoms such as joint pain and swelling. Therefore, gout patients should尽量 avoid consuming high-purine foods like hairtail fish in order to control uric acid levels and reduce the risk of gout attacks. At the same time, gout patients also need to maintain a balanced and varied diet, consuming more low-purine foods rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, to promote overall health.
