Hard cider is low in purines but strongly linked to gout flares due to alcohol and fructose.
Good
It is low in purines compared to beer or spirits, but this minimal benefit is outweighed by other risks.
Bad
Ethanol raises uric acid production and impairs its excretion. Fructose from apples also increases serum urate, making hard cider a significant trigger for gout attacks.
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