Avoid the following:
- Organ meats (brain, kidney, liver)
- Wild game
- Poultry (chicken, duck, turkey)
- Meat (beef, lamb, pork, veal)
- Meat extracts (Bonox, Vegemite)
- Fish
- Shellfish
- Wholegrain products
- Green peas, dried legumes
- Cauliflower
- Asparagus
- Spinach
- Mushrooms
- Aspirin
- Cocoa
The following are acceptable on a low purine diet:
- Fruits
- Fruit juices
- Vegetables (except those above)
- Nuts
- Cereals, breads (except wholegrain products)
- Sweets
- Beverages (coffee, tea, carbonated)
- Fats
- Eggs
- Cow’s milk
- Dairy products
