Purine Content
LevelMedium Risk Purine level: moderate (category estimate)
Sourcescientific_consensus category_estimate
Plant Purines in Legumes
Legumes carry moderate purine values — lentils, beans, and soy products typically list 50 to 100 mg per 100 g — but like other plants, their purines are mostly adenine and guanine, which affect uric acid less than the hypoxanthine in meat. No strong evidence links regular legume intake to higher gout risk, and their fiber and plant protein are useful in a gout-friendly diet. The caution is portion and preparation: heavily salted or sweetened bean products change the picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the purine levels in Hummus?
While exact purine measurements for Hummus are limited, it is classified as None for gout. This assessment is grounded in consensus from the research literature and category-level data. Consult our full review for dietary recommendations.
Does Hummus contain fructose?
Hummus contains virtually no fructose (less than 0.1g per 100g), so fructose is not a concern for gout with this food. Fructose may drive uric acid up on its own, but this item has almost no fructose to speak of.
Can I eat Hummus with gout?
Hummus is generally safe for people with gout. may contain moderate purines. Under 50 mg of purines per 100g is the level most gout guidelines regard as low-risk. As part of an overall balanced approach it can be included, but personal medical advice takes priority.
What food category does Hummus belong to?
Hummus is classified under Legumes in our gout food database. Its category placement gives helpful framing when comparing foods in your gout diet. Browse other legumes items to compare purine and fructose levels across similar foods.
What are other gout-safe foods like Hummus?
If you enjoy Hummus, you may also want to explore other legumes items rated SAFE for gout in our database. Within that group, prioritize items with purine below 50 mg/100g and fructose below 2g/100g. Browse our legumes category page for full comparisons.
Data Quality
This entry uses T2-level data:
At least one dimension is directly measured; the other is based on scientific consensus.
Sources include USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0), the USDA+ODS-NIH Database for the Purine Content of Foods Release 2.0 (2025), Kaneko et al. Biol Pharm Bull 2014, and ACR/EULAR clinical guidelines.