Top Ten Foods That Contribute to Gout

You are probably well aware of the many health benefits of salmon such as its high concentration of omega-3 fatty acids. But, if you are at risk for gout, you might need to limit how often you eat salmon. A 3 ½ ounce portion of fresh salmon has 250 mg of purine. However, a similar portion of canned salmon has just 88 mg of purine. This may be one time to choose canned over fresh.