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Swartz Creek, MI
A 35-year-old male asked:

Is it ok to drink protein powder (whey protein) if i have gout? i used to love this as a breakfast supplement but now am not sure if it's a good idea

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Dr. Ronald Krauser
A Verified Doctoranswered
Rheumatology 54 years experience
Yes: Diet has very little influence on serum uric acid levels. However, if you have gout you should be on allopurinol to normalize serum uric acid level and prevent future attacks.
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