Natural Remedies For Gout Treatments
What is Gout?
Gout
is a form of arthritis caused by a build up of Uric acid causing pain
and swelling in the joints. The first place gout usually appears is
in the big toe, it swells and is particularly painful.
Men are more susceptible to gout attacks and although popular belief
has it that it is mainly cause by drinking excessive amounts of alcohol,
it can be caused by simply being dehydrated, overweight or from eating
the wrong foods.
Men tend not to drink enough water, so if you are male or female who
are susceptible to gout, look at your water consumption and drink at
least a litre per day. Water flushes out the kidneys and makes the bladder
work. Water is one of the best natural remedies for a large amount of
illnesses and is usually overlooked as a preventative medicine. Drink
more water people, it's good for you.
Foods high in purines can be a factor in contracting gout as can be
lack of exercise, too much alcohol which dehydrates the body and carrying
too much weight. Gout can be hereditary so it is best to see your doctor
and talk to them about all the possible causes.
Uric
acid builds up in the bloodstream and is not discharged by the kidneys.
The first attack of gout usually occurs in the big toe and gout can
also affect the, Insteps, Ankles, Heels, Knees, Wrists, Fingers and
Elbows.
To treat painful gout, see your doctor and take medicine as prescribed.
Positive Steps that you can take at home to prevent gout include:
- Drink plenty of water to get the kidneys flushed
- Go for regular walks. Moderate exercise is one of the best healthy
things you can do for your body
- Limit consumption of foods high in purines
such as kidneys, liver, anchovies, brains and gravies
- Limit alcohol, better still don't drink any at all
- Lose weight if you are overweight
- Maintain a healthy eating plan which limits animal foods and includes
plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables
Maintaining a positive healthy lifestyle is extremely important. A
healthy lifestyle will ward off many common illnesses, such as gout,
and make you feel good and look even better. Eating fruit such as bananas,
cherries, and berries, such as blueberries or blackberries which contain
high-potassium levels, will help lower Uric acid levels in your blood
stream.
If you get gout, drink plenty of water to flush your kidneys and release
the build up of Uric acid through your urine. Do not drink alcohol and
see your doctor if pain persists.
