Table 4 Questions about diet
Sub-categories | Examples of questions |
|---|---|
General dietary management | “So I’ve finally decided to change my diet entirely…..I was just curious as to what my fellow gout sufferers eat on a daily basis so I can model a good diet for me to follow. What does everyone’s diet look like?” |
Effectiveness of dietary management | “Has anyone been able to reach a consistent UA level of < 5 for that period of time just with diet change alone? If so, any suggestions?” |
Alcoholic beverage choices | “My question for the people that STILL DO DRINK, do you have any regiments or rituals to live by? …….Do you strictly drink vodka and tart cherry juice cocktails??” |
Weight loss strategies | “I am still trying my hardest to lose weight but I need to completely reorganize my diet so I can have a calorie deficiency but also enough nutrients. Any suggestions would help a lot.” “I was considering going back to a Ketogenic diet, and was considering intermittent fasting. Does anyone have any experience with IF and Keto for Gout?” |
Advice about a specific dietary factor | “I was wondering what people’s experiences were with beans and coffee.” |