PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a purine body absorption inhibitor which can maintain the tastes and enjoyment of meals, can simultaneously be taken to inhibit the absorption of the purine body having been said as a cause for gout, and can make it possible to maintain health and improve the quality of life (QOL), and to provide a functional food containing the same. SOLUTION: The purine body absorption inhibitor contains water-soluble edible fibers as an active ingredient. COPYRIGHT: (C)2005,JPO&NCIPI