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People suffering from gout should avoid foods that have a lot of purines, such as organ and game meats, gravy, other meats in large amounts, and beer. These foods elevate levels of uric acid in the body and lead to gout, according to WebMD.
Foods to Avoid. Animal proteins and alcohol are among the prime foods that trigger and exacerbate gout attacks. Avoid all alcohol during a gout attack, and only drink it in moderation at other times. It's especially important to avoid beer, since its yeast content adds extra purine to your diet. You should also completely avoid eating organ meats, such as liver or kidneys. Rabbit, venison and other game meats are also on the don't eat list, as is fatty poultry, such as goose and duck. Certain types of seafood also exacerbate gout symptoms; this includes most shellfish, as well as oily fish such as anchovies, sardines and trout.