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Canned Herring

Also listed as: Herring, canned

Canned Herring is high in purines or a known trigger. It is best avoided, especially during a flare.

General information, not a substitute for advice from your doctor or dietitian.

How much can I eat?

A typical serving is about 85 g, which delivers 321 mg of purines, about 80% of a normal day's purine budget.

Per serving
85 g
Purine / serving
321 mg
% daily purine
80%

Why grade E

High in purines or a known trigger. Best avoided, especially during a flare.

Per 100 g (for comparison)

Purines confidence: high
378 mg/100g
LowModerateHighVery high

Very high for gout (> 300 mg/100g).

Fructose confidence: high
0 g/100g
LowModerateHighVery high

Low for gout (< 3 g/100g).

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