Ask A Nutrition Professional: How Much Black Pepper Is Too Much For Gout?

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Expert opinion from María F. Carzon

Bachelor degree in Human Nutrition · 4 years of experience · Argentina

Black pepper is not a problem for gout. The amount you consume will depend on your taste and tolerance. You can eat as much as you want as long as it doesn’t irritate your digestive system.

Expert opinion from Deidre Huysamen

Dietician – Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services · 7 years of experience · South Africa

There is no amount of black pepper that is too much for gout. On the contrary, black pepper can actually contribute to relieving the symptoms of gout by assisting in clearing out uric acid.

Expert opinion from Maria Arienti

Postgraduate in Nutritional Support/Bachelor in Nutrition · 13 years of experience · Argentina

Black pepper is a beneficial spice that can be added in the gout diet. You must consume it in moderation, around 1 or 2 teaspoons a day.

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