Frequently Asked Questions
How many purines are in Cheese Cottage?
Cheese Cottage contains about 8.0 mg of purines per 100g. This means it very low in purines (8.0 mg/100g). For reference, foods with over 150 mg of purines per 100g are considered high-risk for gout, while those under 50 mg are generally safe.
Does Cheese Cottage contain fructose?
Cheese Cottage contains virtually no fructose (less than 0.1g per 100g), so fructose is not a concern for gout with this food. High fructose intake can increase uric acid production independently of purines, but this food has minimal fructose impact.
Can I eat Cheese Cottage with gout?
Yes, Cheese Cottage is generally safe for people with gout. It very low in purines (8.0 mg/100g). Most gout guidelines consider foods with under 50 mg of purines per 100g as low-risk. Include it as part of a balanced gout-friendly diet, but always follow your doctor's specific advice.
What food category does Cheese Cottage belong to?
Cheese Cottage is classified under Dairy & Eggs in our gout food database. Understanding which food category it belongs to helps you make informed decisions about your overall gout diet plan. Browse other dairy & eggs items to compare purine and fructose levels across similar foods.
What are other gout-safe foods like Cheese Cottage?
If you enjoy Cheese Cottage, you may also want to explore other dairy & eggs items rated SAFE for gout in our database. Look for foods in the same category with low purine (under 50 mg/100g) and low fructose (under 2g/100g) profiles. Browse our dairy & eggs category page for full comparisons.
Data Quality
This entry uses T1-level data:
Both purine and fructose were individually measured (lab-analyzed).
Sources include USDA FoodData Central, NIH PURINE DATABASE (2025), Kaneko et al. 2014, and ACR/EULAR clinical guidelines.