Tips on Maintaining a Low-Purine Diet for Gout

5. Alcohol

Too much alcohol changes the uric acid level in the body. Beer and hard liquor, in particular, have an increased risk of triggering an acute or recurrent attack. Interestingly, wine does not seem to have the same associated risk and is a better choice for people maintaining a low-purine diet. That said, all alcohol - even wine - should be avoided during an active attack. Between attacks, beer and distilled liquor should be limited.