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High-purine vegetables. Studies have shown that vegetables high in purines do not increase the risk of gout or recurring gout attacks. A healthy diet based on lots of fruits and vegetables can include high-purine vegetables, such as asparagus, spinach, peas, cauliflower or mushrooms.
Tips. 1  Gout is a type of arthritis, or inflammation of the joints. 2  It is sometimes referred to as gouty arthritis, or podagra if it causes inflammation in the big toe. 3  Try to keep track of what you eat and drink, and see whether any particular foods are related to your gout attacks.. Eat potassium rich foods. Potassium may help uric acid, the cause of gout attacks, pass through your system. Many foods contain high levels of potassium, including lima beans, dried peaches, cantaloupe, cooked spinach, or baked potatoes with skin.