Gout is a type of painful arthritis. It is the result of too much uric acid in your blood forming crystals in the joints. Diet plays a role in controlling gout by reducing uric acid levels.
A gout-friendly diet includes limiting purine-rich foods, drinking enough filtered water, and avoiding sugary drinks and alcohol.
Breakfast
For breakfast, you can try unsweetened whole grains, lean or low-fat milk, strawberries and a cup of coffee.
Lunch
For lunch, bake 55 grams of chicken breast and place it on whole wheat bread with mustard. In addition, eat a vegetable salad mixed with nuts and balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Drink filtered water or low-fat or skim milk.
Snack
An afternoon snack may include a glass of fresh cherries, pickles, or low-fat yogurt.
Dinner
For dinner, grill 85 to 110 grams of salmon. You can also eat green beans and 1/2 to 1 cup of whole wheat pasta with olive oil and lemon pepper.
