Natural Remedies for Gout

What is Gout?

Gout is a painful condition which is caused by crystals of uric acid depositing in tissues of the body. Uric acid is an end product of the breakdown of purines, found in all body tissues and in many foods. Normally Uric acid is carried through the blood and eliminated in the urine.

But. if the production of uric acid is increased by the body or by a person eating a lot of foods high in purine, or if the kidneys’ ability to eliminate uric acid decreases, then concentrations in the blood can rise (called hyperuricemia) and cause crystal formation as mentioned in www.ifoundthecure.com

Who Gets Gout?

Gout can affect both sexes, men are more likely to suffer from gout. People who are insulin resistant also have a higher risk of getting gout. It is estimated that 76% of people with gout are insulin resistant. If you have a family history of gout, chances are that you may develop this condition. Eating a diet high in saturated fats, refined carbohydrates, and alcohol can also be one of the root causes of gout. Stress, joint injury, kidney disease, obesity, dehydration, lead toxicity, high blood pressure, and an overall acid body ph can all cause or contribute to gout. If you do have gout, eating organ meats, such as liver, can usually trigger a flare up.

What are the Symptoms of Gout?

Gout has a few symptoms but it can be very painful, and interfere with a person’s lifestyle to a great degree. Some of the symptoms include; sharp pain which is usually confined to a single joint, inflamed red joints, which feel hot and tender to the touch. Fever can also occur with gout. Flare ups most commonly occur in the feet, particularly the big toe.

Natural Remedies.

The most successful natural remedy for gout is cherries! You can but a cherry supplement at your local health store, or online. Eating cherries also works wonders. Strawberries, and blueberries are also good picks because they neutralize uric acid. Changing your diet can be an consistent way to keep your gout at bay. Avoid high purine foods. Limit alcohol which is high in purines. Also stay away from hydrogenated oils, saturated fats, and limit your intake of foods made with refined flour, and refined sugar. Add a lot of fish to your diet such as; salmon, cod halibut, and sardines. They have reduce inflammation as discussed in www.ifoundthecure.com

	Cherry Supplement- Take as directed on the label.
	Celery Seed Extract- Take 450 mg 2-3 times a day or as directed. Celery has anti-inflammatory effects, ands may lower levels of uric acid.
	Quercetin & Bromelain- Take as directed. These enzymes are powerful anti-inflamatories.

*Please check with your doctor before taking any supplements, and also read the warning labels on each product, especially if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Also read the labels carefully when giving your child any natural supplement, to ensure that it is safe to give a child.