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Bamboo Shoots

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Boiled bamboo shoots are generally safe for gout in moderate portions due to low hypoxanthine content.

Added by vblinden

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  • Boiling shoots for 60 minutes reduces uric acid by up to 89%. Plant purines are less hyperuricemic than animal purines, and shoots are alkaline-forming.
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  • Some species have moderate purine levels (up to 107 mg/100g). Avoid pickled or sugary preparations, and always boil thoroughly to reduce purines and toxins.

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