Most meat is fine to eat in moderation, however some meats are very high in purines and should be avoided at all costs to avoid the risk of a gout attack.

For other types of meat see:

Gout and Fish

Gout and Seafood

Safe Zone

Meats in the Safe Zone for gout contain on average 0-50mg of purines per 100g

No meat is completely “safe” when it comes to gout although this doesn’t mean you have to become a vegetarian or vegan.

Select meats from the Moderation Zone below and limit portion sizes and the number of servings per week if possible.

Moderation Zone

Meats in the Moderation Zone for gout contain on average 50-150mg of purines per 100g

A brief overview of meats that are fine to eat in moderation when trying to combat or avoid a gout attack.

Chicken

Duck

Turkey

Pork

Beef

Lamb

Veal

Bacon

Sausage made with the above

Danger Zone

Meats in the Danger Zone for gout contain on average over 150mg of purines per 100g

The following meats should be avoided to triggering a gout attack.

Venison

Quail

Kidney

Heart

Terrine

Fois Gras

Game Meats

Rabbit

Liver

Brains

Pate