Learn about the benefits of fish and the optimal amount to take if you suffer from gout.

1. GOUT AND FISH
DOES FISH BELONG IN
A GOUT DIET?

2. Fish has been consumed by humans for
thousands of years and as we all know it
is very healthy for you. Let’s see some of
the health benefits that fish provides.

3. Fish is loaded with nutrients and is considered on the
healthiest foods in the world. It is high in protein,
vitamin D and is considered the best source for
omega-3 fatty acids which is linked to reducing the risk
of developing many diseases. Omega-3 fatty acids also
helps keep your brain working well reducing the risk of
developing dementia or Alzheimer’s.

4. Fish also is good for the heart, in fact it is
considered one of the best foods to eat in
order to have a healthy heart. Gout sufferers
should take note since we are at a higher risk
of developing a heart attack or stroke.

5. Did you know that fish is also high in
vitamin D? A single 4 ounce serving of
cooked salmon (which is one my
favorites) contains 100% of
recommended intake of vitamin D.

6. There is also some evidence showing that fish
may lower the risk of developing rheumatoid
arthritis which is closely related to gout. In
addition, fish is very good for your eyes. Fish is
also helpful in controlling insulin levels in the
body which decreases the risk of developing
diabetes.

7. SO WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO AVOID
SUCH A HEALTHY FOOD CAUSE SOME
IDIOT TOLD YOU IT’S HIGH IN PURINES
AND SHOULD BE AVOIDED?

8. Obviously if you suffer from gout, you know
eating too much protein can harm you and fish is
high in protein but you still need to eat protein.
To enjoy fish all you have to do is make sure that
you eat my recommended portion of 4 ounces
and you’ll be just fine. Choose one day to eat
either a nice cut of meat or fish.

9. Eat fish in moderation, although it is
high in purines, you can’t afford to
skip on it since it offers so many
other health benefits for you.

10. WHICH FISH SHOULD YOU EAT?

11. A gout sufferer should avoid
seafood, shrimp, lobster and other
shellfish which raises uric acid and is
simply not healthy for you.

12. What you want to do is eat fish with scales and
only eat these types of fish. Nothing else. You can
eat salmon, sole, tuna, catfish, red snapper,
tilapia, flounder, whitefish, haddock and so many
other fish. These fish have anywhere between 50
to 150 milligrams of purines for every 100 grams.
Nothing to worry about, believe me!

13. There are fish that are higher on the
purine scale like anchovies, sardines,
mackerel and herring, octopus which you
should limit since they are over 150
milligrams of purines for every 100 grams.

14. Whatever you do, do not eat fish that comes from
a can like canned sardines or herring with added
oils. Always eat your fish fresh. Do not deep-fry
your fish, instead either grill it or simply bake it in
the oven. Try and avoid high sodium seasoning
mixes or fish sauces high in sugar.

15. A FEW WORDS ABOUT FISH OIL
Purines are found in the meat of the fish but not in distilled fish oil.
If you wish to supplement EPA or DHA which are two fatty acids
found in fish, then buy only pharmaceutical-grade molecularly
distilled fish oil supplements. Some fish oils are also very high in
vitamin D, providing you with 200% of the recommended daily
intake. Before buying make sure to research what you are getting
by checking out the provider’s website, checking reviews online
and checking product labels properly.

16. Some gout sufferers claim that
fish oil can fight gout flares since
it is a powerful anti-
inflammatory. Regardless,
anything that has omega-3 fatty
acid is good for gout as
explained in other posts on this
website as well.

17. As for mercury in
the fish, it depends
in which part of the
world you are
located in.

18. I recommend you buy organic
fish and make sure it is always
labeled as “wild caught” instead
of “farmed”.

19. FIND OUT MORE
LEARN MORE ABOUT GOUT
AND FISH
CLICK HERE