Tag: Protein and gout

With an estimated 9.2 million Americans affected by gout, managing diet is critical. A key concern is whether gout patients should avoid protein entirely, a question with a nuanced answer that depends heavily on the protein's source and quantity.

According to a meta-analysis, the risk of gout is positively correlated with the intake of red meat, seafoods, and alcohol, but not total protein intake. This suggests that for many individuals, the type of protein consumed, rather than the total amount, is a more significant factor in answering whether too much protein can cause gout.