Gout patients can eat honey, but it is recommended that they only consume honey in small amounts and occasionally, not too much or too often. This is because honey contains a lot of fructose, which is a fructose-rich food. Consumption of large amounts of fructose in a short period of time can lead to a transient increase in uric acid levels in gout patients. It may trigger the onset of gout arthritis and is not conducive to the control of uric acid levels in the body. In addition to honey, other fruit juices and soft drinks rich in fructose should be limited for gout patients. Many adolescents who develop gout are associated with excessive consumption of fructose-rich juices and drinks. Gout patients can usually drink more plain water and light tea, and there are no special restrictions on the consumption of vegetables and fruits by gout patients.