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Foods don't cause Crohn's, but some can worsen your symptoms, especially during flares. Common triggers include high-fiber foods, fried items, and spicy dishes. Write down the ones that seem to bother you, and then avoid them. During a flare, you may feel better if you try soft, bland foods and eat small meals during the day. A registered dietitian can help make sure you get enough nutrients.
1 Foods -- Foods that are high in a substance called purines can raise the uric acid level in your blood. 2  This includes organ meats like liver; seafood like sardines, anchovies, mussels, and salmon; and even some vegetables such as spinach. Eating just one of these foods or several of them together, can cause a gout flare. 2  Purines are found in all foods that have protein. 3  Alcohol -- Beer and liquor can raise the uric acid level in the blood and many bring on a gout flare.