Pork Tenderloin Raw & Gout

Eat in Moderation
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At 119.8mg/100g of purine, Pork Tenderloin Raw sits in the moderate range. It's not off-limits for gout, but portion control matters. Among meats, purine levels vary significantly by cut — lean muscle cuts generally have less purine than fatty or organ cuts. Pork Tenderloin Raw falls at the mid end of that range. For the lowest purine intake from Pork Tenderloin Raw, choose lean cuts and trim all visible fat. Cooking methods matter — poaching and steaming are better than grilling.

Nutritional Data

PURINE
119.8 mg/100g
Japan Gout Society
PROTEIN
20g
USDA 2025
FAT
10g
USDA 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pork Tenderloin Raw okay in moderation for gout?

Pork Tenderloin Raw should be eaten in moderation with gout. It contains 119.8mg of purine per 100g (moderate range: 50–150mg). It can be part of a gout-friendly diet, but keep portions reasonable and not daily.

What about organ meats compared to regular cuts?

Organ meats (liver, kidney, sweetbreads, tongue, brain) are particularly high in purines — among the worst foods for gout. All major guidelines recommend complete avoidance. [Source: Arthritis Foundation / Mayo Clinic / Cleveland Clinic]

What's the best way to prepare Pork Tenderloin Raw for a gout-friendly meal?

Boiling or stewing meat and discarding the cooking liquid can reduce purine content. Water-soluble purines leach into the water during cooking — do not consume the broth if reducing purine intake. [Source: General nutrition guideline] Also When eating meat, choose lean cuts labeled 'loin' or 'round.' Trim all visible fat before cooking. A plant-forward diet with meat as a side — not the centerpiece — is the healthiest approach for gout. [Source: Mayo Clinic]

Which cuts of Pork Tenderloin Raw are lowest in purine?

For Pork Tenderloin Raw, choose lean cuts with minimal marbling. Cuts labeled 'loin' or 'round' are typically leanest. When eating meat, choose lean cuts labeled 'loin' or 'round.' Trim all visible fat before cooking. A plant-forward diet with meat as a side — not the centerpiece — is the healthiest approach for gout. [Source: Mayo Clinic]

Does cooking change the purine content of Pork Tenderloin Raw?

Boiling or stewing meat and discarding the cooking liquid can reduce purine content. Water-soluble purines leach into the water during cooking — do not consume the broth if reducing purine intake. [Source: General nutrition guideline] Grilling and frying add inflammatory compounds from charring and high-heat oils — poaching, steaming, or stewing are better methods.

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Purine data: Japan Gout Society | Nutrition data: USDA 2025

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