Shrimp (sand & Pacific species)
Also listed as: Shrimp, raw (sand shrimp and Pacific shrimp species)
Shrimp (sand & Pacific species) is higher risk. Keep portions small and occasional, especially during a flare. A typical 113 g serving has about 200 mg of purines, about 50% of a ~400 mg working daily target.
General information, not a substitute for advice from your doctor or dietitian.
How much can I eat?
A typical serving is about 113 g, which delivers 200 mg of purines, or about 50% of a ~400 mg working daily target.
You could have up to about 4 oz (115 g) before this reaches half a ~400 mg working daily purine target.
Portion size is what matters most here, and it’s easy to misjudge by eye. A kitchen scale makes it simple.
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Why grade D
Higher risk. Keep portions small and occasional, especially during a flare.
Per 100 g (for comparison)
High for gout (150–300 mg/100g).
Low for gout (< 3 g/100g).
Processing: NOVA 1 of 4 (unprocessed or minimally processed). How processing affects the grade.
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