From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, beer is classified as cold with a lot of coldness. Although it can bring a temporary cool and refreshing feeling, it also contains a large amount of purines, which is very harmful to gout patients. It can produce too much uric acid in the body that cannot be excreted, and in severe cases, it can worsen the condition.

Beer is a beverage made from fermented grains, which can help with bowel movement,清热利湿, mainly composed of malted barley, containing a certain amount of alcohol with very few hot properties. Therefore, beer is considered a cold drink, especially in summer, it can give a refreshing feeling and is very suitable for people with hot physique. However, it contains a high amount of purines, which is very harmful to gout patients. Gout is a hyperuricemia metabolic disorder, mainly causing redness, swelling, heat, and pain in the joints, and in severe cases, it may limit joint movement. Therefore, it is not recommended to consume too much beer to avoid exacerbating these symptoms. Moreover, beer is metabolized by the liver, and excessive intake can easily damage the liver, leading to alcoholic hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, and other diseases.

Regular dietary intake should be diversified, avoiding excessive consumption of cold food and drinks to maintain good health. It is advisable to focus on light and nutritious foods.