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Gout

Broccoli for Gout

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Melanie Di Stante

Gout is a rheumatologic disorder characterized by pain and inflammation in the joints. An attack is brought on by increased uric acid in the body which is a byproduct of purine breakdown. Following a low-purine diet may help prevent attacks or alleviate symptoms. Broccoli is classified as a food that is low in purines.

Melanie Di Stante is a registered dietitian and a NCBDE-certified diabetes educator with more than 10 years of experience. She received a bachelor's degree in dietetics from the University of Connecticut and a master's degree in human nutrition from the City University of New York. Di Stante has been writing professionally for more than 10 years, contributing to local newspapers and "Today's Dietitian."