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Can I Have Information, Diet, Tests To Keep Gout Under Control?
Hello,
Questions about gout:
1)
I was told that I should decrease my fat intake in my over-all diet to decrease chances of having a gout attack. However, I read that oils are fine to have. Since oils are extremely high in fat content, how are they ok to have in my diet?
2)
Could you direct me to where I may find a rather comprehensive list of (low purine) foods?
3)
do I need to constantly check my uric acid level?
any other advise would be greatly appreciated
thanks
Yishai
Questions about gout:
1)
I was told that I should decrease my fat intake in my over-all diet to decrease chances of having a gout attack. However, I read that oils are fine to have. Since oils are extremely high in fat content, how are they ok to have in my diet?
2)
Could you direct me to where I may find a rather comprehensive list of (low purine) foods?
3)
do I need to constantly check my uric acid level?
any other advise would be greatly appreciated
thanks
Yishai
Sat, 15 Feb 2014
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
To help control your gout:
Limit foods that are high in purines, especially meat, seafood, and beer.
Eat a healthy diet that provides the nutrients you need and helps you control your weight.
Eat low-fat dairy products. This may lower your risk of gout.1
Drink plenty of water and other fluids. This can help your body get rid of uric acid.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
To help control your gout:
Limit foods that are high in purines, especially meat, seafood, and beer.
Eat a healthy diet that provides the nutrients you need and helps you control your weight.
Eat low-fat dairy products. This may lower your risk of gout.1
Drink plenty of water and other fluids. This can help your body get rid of uric acid.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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