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Shellfish (prawns, mussels, crab) — gout
Shellfish (prawns, mussels, crab) and gout: Caution. Moderate to high purines — limit, especially during flares.
Guideline answers for a general audience, not personal medical advice. Pregnancy, diabetes, gout and IBS are managed by clinicians — this page repeats what the public guidelines say, nothing more.
The answer
Caution. Moderate to high purines — limit, especially during flares.
Source: Mayo Clinic / Arthritis Foundation · checked 2026-09-03
Other answers for this food
| Audience | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Pregnancy | Cooked, then fine |
| Babies (weaning age) | Safe |
Frequently asked questions
Can I eat shellfish (prawns, mussels, crab)?
Caution. Moderate to high purines — limit, especially during flares.
Where does this answer come from?
The Mayo Clinic / Arthritis Foundation guidance — linked in the source line below.
Does this replace my clinician's advice?
No. Guidelines are written for populations; your clinician's advice is written for you. If the two disagree, theirs wins.
Chicken
Moderate purines — keep portions moderate during flares.
Beef, pork, lamb
High purines — limit portions, especially during flares.
Bacon
High in purines and salt.
Cold-smoked fish (smoked salmon)
Oily fish is moderately high in purines.
Salmon and other oily fish
Oily fish is moderately high in purines; some people tolerate it, some do not.
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