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Fermented (Heshiko) Sardine

Also listed as: Sardine, fermented (Heshiko)

Fermented (Heshiko) Sardine is low in purines and generally safe for people with gout in normal portions.

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 99 mg of purines, about 25% of a normal day's purine budget.

Per serving
85 g
Purine / serving
99 mg
% daily purine
25%

Why grade B

Safe for most people in normal portions.

Per 100 g (for comparison)

Purines confidence: medium
116.3 mg/100g
LowModerateHighVery high

Moderate for gout (50–150 mg/100g).

Fructose confidence: high
0 g/100g
LowModerateHighVery high

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

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