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What lifestyle modifications should I advise to patients for the prevention of recurrent gout attacks?
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Guideline-Aligned (High Confidence)
Generated by iatroX. Developer: Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner).
Last reviewed: 14 August 2025
Advise patients to follow a healthy, balanced diet, as there is no conclusive evidence that specific diets prevent gout flares or lower serum urate levels 1.
Inform patients that excess body weight or obesity, and excessive alcohol consumption, may exacerbate gout flares and symptoms 1.
Encourage maintaining a healthy weight and moderating alcohol intake as part of lifestyle modifications 1.
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