Lamb & Mutton Purine Ranking: Lowest to Highest

Lowest Purine Lamb & Mutton

#1mutton, raw94.9 mg

#2lamb chops and roast, raw127.5 mg

#3lamb liver, raw147.0 mg

#4lamb heart, raw171.0 mg

Highest Purine Lamb & Mutton

#4mutton, raw94.9 mg

#3lamb chops and roast, raw127.5 mg

#2lamb liver, raw147.0 mg

#1lamb heart, raw171.0 mg

Category Average: 135.1 mg/100g

The average across 4 Lamb & Mutton foods with lab-measured data. Foods below this average are better-than-typical choices within this category.

How to Use This Ranking

The purine ranking is sorted from lowest to highest. Rank #1 is the lowest-purine food in the category. Foods in the top half (above median) should be consumed with more awareness of portion and frequency. The difference between adjacent ranks varies: in some categories, rank #5 and #10 might be only 10 mg apart; in others, the gap can be 100+ mg. Always check the actual milligram value, not just the position. Rankings do not account for fructose or alcohol — use individual food pages for a complete risk assessment.

ACR 2020 Guideline Context

The American College of Rheumatology recommends that gout patients focus on purine awareness rather than complete food group elimination. Within any category, there is a wide purine range. The goal is to shift toward lower-purine choices within categories you already eat, rather than eliminating entire food groups. This ranking helps you identify which specific items to prioritize and which to limit.

Japanese guidelines recommend under 400 mg of total dietary purines per day. Using this ranking, you can estimate how much of budget each food uses per typical serving.

How This Comparison Is Built

Every food in this comparison has been evaluated using a three-factor risk engine that independently assesses purine content, fructose level, and alcohol presence. Purine values come from two primary references — the USDA+ODS-NIH PURINE DATABASE Release 2 (March 2025) and Kaneko et al. (Biol Pharm Bull 37(5):709-721, 2014, PMID: 24553148). Fructose data is sourced from USDA SR28 Food Composition Tables. The verdict system follows ACR 2020 guideline thresholds: Safe (purine <50 mg, fructose <2g, no alcohol), Moderate (purine 50-150 mg or fructose 2-5g), Avoid (purine >150 mg, fructose >5g, or alcohol present). Data quality is labeled T1 (lab-measured), T2 (measured + consensus), or T3 (category estimate) on each food's detail page.

This comparison is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual tolerance to purines and fructose varies. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized dietary guidance. Last reviewed: 2026-09-03.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is lamb bad for gout?

Lamb is a red meat and red meat has been associated with higher gout risk in cohort studies. Among 4 lamb and mutton entries with measured values, levels range from about 94.9 mg/100g for mutton to 171.0 mg/100g for lamb heart. Lean lamb in small, occasional portions is the realistic approach.

Which lamb cut is lowest in purines?

Mutton measures lowest in our database at about 94.9 mg/100g, with lamb chops around 127.5 mg/100g. Organ meats like lamb liver and heart run higher. If you eat lamb, choose lean chops and keep servings modest, and skip the organ cuts.

Can I eat lamb with gout?

in moderation. Lamb is moderate-to-high in purines, so it works as an occasional protein rather than a staple. A small serving of lean lamb a few times a month fits most gout plans, especially when balanced with vegetables, whole grains, and plenty of water. Pair it with a gout-friendly plate rather than heavy sauces and beer.

Lamb & Mutton Ranked by Purine Content