Last reviewed: 2026-09-03 • Editorial Standards

Gout and Nuts & Seeds: Which Ones Are Safe?

6 foods — Gout Risk Assessment

All Foods

Lower Riskalmonds, dry roasted, salted Lower Riskalmonds, dry roasted, salted Lower Riskalmonds, dry roasted, salted Lower Risknuts, almonds, dry roasted, with salt added Lower RiskPeanut Lower Riskpeanuts, raw Lower Riskseeds, sunflower seed kernels, dry roasted, with salt added Lower Risksesame Lower Risksunflower seeds, dry roasted, salted Lower Risksunflower seeds, dry roasted, salted Lower Risksunflower seeds, dry roasted, salted Medium Riskchia seeds Medium Riskraspberries, puree, seedless Medium Riskraspberries, puree, with seeds

Frequently Asked Questions

Can people with gout eat nuts & seeds?
but it depends on the specific type. Our database rates 6 nuts & seeds foods: 3 (50%) are safe (low purine), 3 are moderate, and 0 should be avoided. Always check individual purine and fructose levels before adding nuts & seeds to your gout diet.
Which nuts & seeds are worst for gout?
Among nuts & seeds, 0 items are rated AVOID for gout due to high purine (>150 mg/100g) or high fructose (>5g/100g) content. Review our full nuts & seeds database to identify the specific high-risk items.
What are the best nuts & seeds for a gout diet?
We rate 3 nuts & seeds items as SAFE for gout — these have purine levels under 50 mg/100g and low fructose. Browse our nuts & seeds category page sorted by safety rating to find your best options.

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