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The Effects of Oatmeal on Gout

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Carol Ochs

Oatmeal doesn’t cause gout, but if you’ve been diagnosed with the condition, your doctor might suggest limiting your oatmeal intake. That’s because oatmeal contains purines which contribute to the form of arthritis known as gout.

Carol Ochs is an award-winning writer in the Washington, D.C. area. During 17 years with The Associated Press she covered health, medical and sports stories as a writer, editor and producer. She has written for the health section of "The Washington Post," a Fairfax County stewardship publication and a biopharmaceutical newsletter. Ochs has a Bachelor of Science in journalism from Ohio University, Athens.