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What kind of fish, meat and vegetables should a person with gout avoid?
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Shell fish: If you have gout you should avoid any shell fish, red meat, alcohol, sweets, and fried foods. Check with your doctor to avoid having recurrent gout attacks that can damage your joints.
Answered 9/14/2014
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Purines: Try to avoid red meats, dry beans, shell fish, liver, black eye peas, and asparagus. Beer and wine should also be avoided.
Answered 6/6/2014
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