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Beer and Gout: Which Are Safe?

11 foods — Gout Risk Assessment

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AVOIDbeer for export (higher wort content than typical austrian lager) AVOIDBeer yeast AVOIDBeer yeast product AVOIDbeer, dark AVOIDbeer, from wheat AVOIDbeer, low alcohol AVOIDbeer, pils AVOIDbeer, ‘regular’ type, various brands AVOIDChondroitin and Beer yeast AVOIDmalt beverage, including non-alcoholic beer AVOIDradler (beer and lemonade mixture)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I eat beer with gout?
It depends on the specific item. Beer is the worst alcohol for gout — it delivers both alcohol and brewer's yeast purines. Our database rates 11 beer items: 0 (0%) are safe, 0 moderate, and 11 should be avoided. Check each food's purine and fructose data before adding it to your gout diet.
Which beer are worst for gout?
Among the 11 beer items in our database, 11 are rated AVOID — typically due to purines above 150 mg/100g, fructose above 5g/100g, or alcohol content. Browse the full list below sorted by safety rating.

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