There’s been some conflicting information regarding vegetables and gout. As you may know by now, foods high in purines can contribute to gout flare ups, however studies have shown that high-purine vegetables do not cause gout flare ups.
With that said, I personally eat all types of vegetables regardless of their purine content. I do not believe I’ve ever had a gout flare up as a result of eating too much vegetables. In any case, I made a reference table for you just in case you wanted to limit high-purine vegetables.
| Low - Moderate Purines | High Purines |
|---|---|
| Artichoke | Asparagus |
| Avocado | Beans |
| Bamboo shoots | Bean Sprouts |
| Broccoli | Beet (high oxalates) |
| Cabbage | Brussel sprouts |
| Carrot | Certain mushrooms |
| Celery | Cauliflower |
| Chives | Lentil |
| Cucumber | Peas |
| Garlic | Spinach |
| Ginger | |
| Green onion | |
| Lettuce | |
| Onion | |
| Pumpkin | |
| Radish | |
| Squash | |
| Tomato |
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