By: John Cielo
Submitted: 2010-04-24 01:25:36 | Word Count: 608
There are many natural ways to cure gout for those who don't wish to take drugs. Here, you'll discover 3 very simple natural ways to get rid of gout.
Natural cures for gout are increasingly being sought by gout sufferers around the world. But the problem is where do you start?
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Not only do you have to reduce the inflammation and relieve the agonies of an attack, you also need to reduce your uric acid, and keep it there, in order to prevent future attacks.
And preventing future attacks is important because of the damage to joints and kidneys that frequent attacks can cause further down the line. You must also realise that someone who sufferers a gout attack is highly likely to get more.
Here are 3 natural ways to cure gout, or at least, to help treat the symptoms of a gout attack, and, help reduce your uric acid levels...
(1) EAT LOTS OF CHERRIES
Cherries contain anthocyanins which have anti-inflammatory properties. Some studies point to cherries (and concentrated cherry juice from health food shops) as being able to lower uric acid levels in the body as well.
During an attack, some experts suggest eating between 30 and 40 cherries every 4 hours. This seems a lot to me, especially since some researchers say that 20 cherries is equivalent to 1 NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, e.g. indomethacin, naproxen, etc).
(2) DRINKS LOTS OF WATER
Most of us are dehydrated to some extent a lot of the time, and, these are ideal conditions for the formation of urate crystals in someone with high uric acid levels.
Drinking at least 12 x 8oz glasses of water everyday can help to prevent crystal formation, and, help your body to excrete excess uric acid more easily.
(3) TAKE VITAMIN C
Studies have indicated that taking more vitamin C helps to reduce uric acid in the body. The results showed that there was an increase in urinary uric acid excretion and reduced blood acid levels.
Fruits like oranges and tangerines, and vegetables such as potatoes, red cabbage and red bell peppers are rich in vitamin C. You can also take vitamin C in supplement form, and, this is especially beneficial during an attack. Talk to your doctor about the correct vitamin C supplement dosage, because too much can change uric acid levels too quickly and actually make the attack worse.
The key thing to remember also is that there are several issues that need to be addressed in eliminating gout and preventing recurring gout. Things such as your weight position, diet, lifestyle, etc., all contribute to your attacks and need to be tackled.
You're in luck though. There's a special gout report available online that has all the information you need in one place. It is what thousands of ex-gout victims worldwide have successfully used to prevent their gout returning. It also contains a special 2 hour gout pain relief program.
And it uses fully-researched, totally natural methods. So that you benefit in two ways: (1) you get rid of your excruciating pain very fast, and, (2) you prevent your gout returning, so that you reduce the risk of permanent damage.
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