Identifying anything that brings on an attack of gout and avoiding these things is very important. Eg, you shouldn't eat foods that are very high in purines, eg liver, kidney and seafood(especially oily fish, eg mackerel, sardines and anchovies) and certain vegetables(asparagus, cauliflower, lentils, mushrooms, oatmeal and spinach)-ask your doctor or a dietician for more advice. You shouldn't drink too much alcohol-esp beer, stout, port and fortified wines. You should eat a well-balanced diet and do regular physical activity to lose excess weight. Drink enough water.
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