Definition- Gout is defined as chronic joint inflammation and swelling, caused by excessive uric acid forming crystals in bloodstream of the joint connections. Post-menopausal woman as well as middle-aged men between age 40 and 50 years have greater tendency to suffer from the condition. Gout attacks are more common at midnight as well as in the early hours of the morning. Luckily, wonderful natural cures for gout are available.
Common gout symptoms- Common gout symptoms are terribly pain, swelling and tenderness from the knees down. The pain is often compared to standing on needles and pins. The big toe areas are usually targeted by the condition.
Healthy diet- Gout treatment should begin internally with the initiation of a healthy diet. This will not only manage and treat the condition effectively but also ultimately assist with long-term curing of gout. Purine controlled diets with high protein intake are most recommended. Rich foods in the form of meat, bread, fish, eggs and meat extracts are on the avoid list. Some veggies have the potential of significantly increasing the condition such as mushrooms, lentils, peas, beans and spinach. Berry fruits are all highly recommended including straw-and goose berries. Make sure that these fruits form part of your diet. Drink plenty of water to ensure hydration. Alcohol especially red wine, beer and port is a big no-no.
Exercise- Gout is effectively prevented, managed and symptoms significantly reduced by regular exercise programme. Exercise is key to strengthening muscles, lubricating joints and reducing stiffness associated with gout. Please consult with your physician before initiating any exercise regime, to ensure that whatever exercise type you decide upon will suit you and the severity of your gout.
Detoxing- Flushing toxins and acid out of your body is essential to clear your bloodstream and liver for elimination of gout and kidney stones regularly associated with the gout.
Thumbs-up foods- Rice, cereal, seeds, nuts and cheese, gets the thumbs-up for a balanced diet.
Natural remedies- Natural remedies can take the form of dietary changes with the inclusion of gout relieving foods, herbal and homeopathic remedies. Cherries either fresh or canned are wonderful treatment and ultimately a cure for the condition. Consumption of approximately 20 cherries a day should be sufficient. Bananas, apples and limes are all excellent gout treatments to be consumed twice daily.
Epsom and charcoal soaking- An Epsom salt or charcoal soak is an excellent natural cure for gout. About 500gm Epsom salt can be added to hot water for the patient to soak in two to three times per week. If you decide on charcoal soak, cup of charcoal powder should be whipped into a paste with a little warm water. Rub the paste onto affected area and pour warm water over the paste. Leave the area to soak for 30-60 minutes.
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