Frequently Asked Questions
How many purines are in Shrimp Sakura (dried)?
Shrimp Sakura contains about 749 mg of purines per 100g. This means it high in purines (748.9 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 Shrimp Sakura (dried) contain fructose?
Shrimp Sakura 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.
Should I avoid Shrimp Sakura (dried) with gout?
Yes, it is recommended to avoid Shrimp Sakura if you have gout. It high in purines (748.9 mg/100g). High-purine foods can trigger gout flares by raising blood uric acid levels. The American College of Rheumatology recommends limiting or avoiding high-purine foods like this one.
What food category does Shrimp Sakura (dried) belong to?
Shrimp Sakura is classified under Seafood 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 seafood items to compare purine and fructose levels across similar foods.
What are gout-friendly alternatives to Shrimp Sakura (dried)?
Instead of Shrimp Sakura, consider choosing seafood options rated SAFE in our gout database — these have low purine (under 50 mg/100g) and low fructose (under 2g/100g). Browse our seafood category page to find the best substitutes for your gout diet plan.
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.