Can you eat udon noodles if you have gout?
Safe
Generally safe to eat in a normal portion.
37.5 mg of purines in 1 bowl (250 g) · 15 mg per 100 g
Plain wheat noodles are low in purine — it's the broth and toppings that matter.
Purines by serving size
| Serving | Weight | Purines | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bowl (250 g) | 250 g | 37.5 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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