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Starfruit (carambola) is considered unsafe for people with gout. Despite being low in purines, starfruit contains a potent neurotoxin (caramboxin) and high

Added by vblinden

Good
  • Low purine content (fructose is minimal).
Bad
  • Contains caramboxin (neurotoxin) and high oxalates — dangerous for anyone with compromised kidney function (common in gout patients); risk of acute kidney injury, neurotoxicity, and kidney stone formation.

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