What Is Gout?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
3. Dietary Causes
Besides the above causes, diet can also trigger gout attacks. This includes foods that are rich in purine such as red meats, organ meats (i.e. liver, kidney), certain fishes (i.e. anchovies, sardines), and alcohol consumption.
Foods rich in fructose and beverages with high-fructose corn syrup are associated with an increased risk of gout. Inadequate water intake that leads to dehydration can also trigger gout flares.
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