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FoodsCrab

Is crab OK for gout?

High purine

Crab is a higher-purine shellfish. Small occasional portions may be fine, but keep it infrequent if you're prone to flares.

Gout: Limit

⚠️ Kidney: Crab can be high in sodium, especially canned — watch salt with kidney disease.

Common questions

Is crab high in purines?

Crab is high purine. Crab is a higher-purine shellfish. Small occasional portions may be fine, but keep it infrequent if you're prone to flares.

Can I eat crab with gout?

Limit — see the guidance above.

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