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
How many purines are in Lima Beans Baby Dried (raw)?
Lima Beans Baby Dried contains about 144 mg of purines per 100g. has moderate purine levels (144.0 mg/100g). As a benchmark, purine levels above 150 mg/100g are classed as high-risk for gout, whereas values below 50 mg are typically viewed as safe.
Does Lima Beans Baby Dried (raw) affect uric acid through fructose?
Fructose metabolism can raise uric acid levels. For Lima Beans Baby Dried, fructose data is limited, but it is classified as None based on food category analysis. People with gout should be mindful of total daily fructose intake.
Can I eat Lima Beans Baby Dried (raw) with gout?
Lima Beans Baby Dried is classified as MODERATE risk for gout. has moderate purine levels (144.0 mg/100g). Occasional small servings may be workable, though it is best skipped during an active flare. Track how your body reacts and check with your healthcare provider for advice tailored to you.
What food category does Lima Beans Baby Dried (raw) belong to?
Lima Beans Baby Dried is classified under Legumes in our gout food database. Knowing its food group helps you weigh it appropriately within your broader gout diet plan. Browse other legumes items to compare purine and fructose levels across similar foods.
What are gout-friendly alternatives to Lima Beans Baby Dried (raw)?
Instead of Lima Beans Baby Dried, consider choosing legumes options rated SAFE in our gout database — these have low purine (under 50 mg/100g) and low fructose (under 2g/100g). Browse our legumes category page to find the best substitutes for your gout diet plan.
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.