Broccoli and Gout: What 70mg Purine Means (Medium Risk)

Gout Risk Assessment — Based on ACR 2020 • EULAR 2016

Medium RiskAnti-Inflammatory
Gout Risk Profile
Purine: Moderate purine (70.0 mg/100g) — consume in modera
Fructose: Fructose data not available
Purine-only verdict (moderate) — fructose data unavailable.

Purine Content

LevelMedium Risk Moderate purine (70.0 mg/100g) — consume in moderation
Value70.0 mg / 100g
Sourcemeasured lab_measured

Fructose Content

LevelFructose data not available
Sourceunknown unknown

Frequently Asked Questions

How many purines are in Broccoli?
Broccoli contains about 70 mg of purines per 100g. has moderate purine levels (70.0 mg/100g). Guidelines generally treat purine readings over 150 mg per 100g as high-risk and under 50 mg as safe for most people with gout.
Does Broccoli affect uric acid through fructose?
Fructose metabolism can raise uric acid levels. For Broccoli, fructose data is limited, but it is classified as None based on food category analysis. People with gout should be mindful of total daily fructose intake.
Can I eat Broccoli with gout?
Broccoli is classified as MODERATE risk for gout. has moderate purine levels (70.0 mg/100g). Small, infrequent portions might be tolerated, but flares call for avoiding it entirely. Pay attention to your own response and seek personalized direction from your care team.
What food category does Broccoli belong to?
Broccoli is classified under Vegetables in our gout food database. Where it sits in the food hierarchy is useful context for planning a gout-friendly diet. Browse other vegetables items to compare purine and fructose levels across similar foods.
What are gout-friendly alternatives to Broccoli?
Instead of Broccoli, consider choosing vegetables options rated SAFE in our gout database — these have low purine (under 50 mg/100g) and low fructose (under 2g/100g). Browse our vegetables category page to find the best substitutes for your gout diet plan.
Does Broccoli have anti-inflammatory benefits for gout?
Yes, Broccoli is recognized for its anti-inflammatory properties, which may help reduce gout-related inflammation. Gout is an inflammatory arthritis caused by uric acid crystal deposits in joints, and anti-inflammatory foods can support overall gout management. However, always check the purine and fructose content — even anti-inflammatory foods can be risky for gout if they are high in purines or fructose.

Data Quality

This entry uses T2-level data: At least one dimension is directly measured; the other is based on scientific consensus. Sources include USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0), the USDA+ODS-NIH Database for the Purine Content of Foods Release 2.0 (2025), Kaneko et al. Biol Pharm Bull 2014, and ACR/EULAR clinical guidelines.

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