Can you eat tofu if you have gout?
Safe
Generally safe to eat in a normal portion.
46.6 mg of purines in half block (150 g) · 31.1 mg per 100 g
Despite soy's reputation, tofu is low-purine and trials show minimal uric acid effect. A good meat swap.
Purines by serving size
| Serving | Weight | Purines | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| half block (150 g) | 150 g | 46.6 mg | 🟢 Safe |
| 100 g | 100 g | 31.1 mg | 🟢 Safe |
Thresholds: under 50 mg per serving is Safe, 50–150 mg is Moderate, over 150 mg is High-risk.
Where this number comes from
Kaneko K, et al. Total purine and purine base content of common foodstuffs for facilitating nutritional therapy for gout and hyperuricemia. Biol Pharm Bull. 2014;37(5):709-721.
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