Can you eat guava if you have gout?
Safe
Generally safe to eat in a normal portion.
8 mg of purines in 1 fruit (100 g) · 8 mg per 100 g
Low purine and very high in vitamin C, which may help lower uric acid.
Purines by serving size
| Serving | Weight | Purines | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 fruit (100 g) | 100 g | 8 mg | 🟢 Safe |
Thresholds: under 50 mg per serving is Safe, 50–150 mg is Moderate, over 150 mg is High-risk.
Beyond purines
- Protective food Associated in the research with lower uric acid or fewer flares. Worth keeping in your diet, not just avoiding the bad stuff.
Where this number comes from
USDA FoodData Central (composition, fructose, serving conversions).
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