Fructose - Why it's on the "NO" list for Gout
Fructose - Why it's on the "NO" list for Gout
@healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan
It's important to keep a low purine diet to prevent recurring gout attacks which can ultimately lead to the wear and tear of the joint and bring about complications such as kidney stone formation.
While we get most of the purine out of our protein sources, there is one simple sugar you should constantly keep an eye on -- FRUCTOSE.
It's because fructose is the only known carbohydrate that can increase uric acid levels in your body.
What is Fructose?
Fructose is a simple sugar (monosaccharides) that's naturally found in many fruits and vegetables. But man-made fructose is especially prevalent in commercial and processed foods.
There's a great variety of fruits and vegetables that's naturally high in fructose, but...
It's not recommended you totally avoid fruits and vegetables despite their fructose contents because they also contain vitamins and minerals. Although you do have to set limits when it comes to high fructose containing fruits and vegetables.
Banana
Mango
Cherry
Kiwi
Pineapple
Pear
Grape
Lychee
Papaya
Citrus fruits:
Orange
Mandarin
Persimmon
Plum
Berries:
Blueberries
Blackberries
Huckleberries
Raspberries
Strawberry
Melon:
Watermelon
Rockmelon
Cantaloupe
Honeydews
Raisins
Dates
Fig
Pomegranate
Grapefruit
Star fruit
Agave
Quince
Tomato
Peanuts
Asparagus
Artichoke
Broccoli
Beans
Leek
Cabbage
Snap peas
Chicory roots
Dandelion greens
Zucchini
Caramel
Molasses
Mustard
Ketchup
Fruit salsa
Jams
Fruit jellies
Pastries
Chocolate
DRINKS:
Wines such as Port, Sherry and Muscatel
Soft drink / Soda / Pop
Fruit drinks
Celery
White potatoes
Pea pods
Asparagus
Mushrooms
Spinach
Note: Limit Asparagus, Mushrooms, Spinach because of their purine content.
