Every sip of soda, spoonful of honey, or “healthy” smoothie can nudge your uric-acid balance toward painful gout flares—or help you stay flare-free. In this data-driven episode of the Gout Gourmet Podcast, we separate fructose fact from fiction, bust persistent sugar myths, and arm you with evidence-based strategies to enjoy sweetness without the suffering.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why fructose uniquely spikes uric acid and how that triggers gout attacks
• The latest cohort data linking sugar-sweetened drinks and fruit juices to dramatically higher gout risk
• Myth-busting corner: from “diet sodas are safe” to “all fruit juices are healthy”
• Practical sugar limits: how many grams of added sugar per day keep uric acid under control
• Hidden sugar offenders lurking in yoghurt, sauces, sports drinks and more
• A Sweetener Showdown comparing raw honey, maple syrup, stevia, monk fruit, erythritol, agave nectar, and artificial sweeteners
• Our six-week sugar taper plan: step-by-step swaps, weekly targets, and accountability tips
• FAQ deep dive: vitamin C’s uric-acid tilt, beer vs. cola for gout-risk, and the truth about sugar alcohols

Whether you’re a longtime gout sufferer, a health-conscious foodie, or a curious listener, this episode equips you to slash flare frequency without banishing dessert from your life. Tune in now to optimize your diet, support joint health, and keep your taste buds happy.

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