Gout Remedies
Gout is a condition characterized by an abnormal metabolism of uric acid. People with gout either generate too much uric acid, or more commonly, their bodies have a difficulty in removing it. There are a number of feasible consequences of this buildup of uric acid in the body, as well as acute and chronic gouty arthritis, kidney stones, and deposits of uric acid tophi in the skin and other tissues.
Gout Remedies
1. In a glass of water, squeeze half lemon. Take this concoction three times a day. Since lemon is rich in vitamin C, it helps in dissolving the gouty deposits.
2. Intake 6 to 8 ounces of fluid per day. Not only would it lessen the gout attack, but would also prevent kidney stones from developing.
3. French beans are helpful in treating gout. Extract half a cup of juice and drink this once or twice everyday. It would provide a healing effect and also reduce inflammation.
4. Grind mustard powder and mix equal proportion of whole wheat powder. Add water to this mixture to make a paste. Apply this paste over the affected area.
5. Take 2 tsp each of organic apple cider vinegar and honey. Consume this mixture once a day.
6. Take a bucket of warm water and add two cups of Epsom salt in it. Dip the feet in it until the water loses its heat.
7. Dip a white flannel cloth in warm castor oil. Place this over the affected area. Cover it with a plastic and apply heating pads to it.
8. For temporary relief, apply ice cubes over the affected area. This would reduce the pain instantly.
9. Increase in the consumption of foods rich in vitamin C such as citrus fruits, berries, tomatoes, green pepper and leafy green vegetables.
10. Combine one cup each of vinegar and water. Add 1tsp of pepper to it. Dab this mixture on the painful joint and keep it for about 2 to 3 hours.
11. Consume 3-4 bananas
12. Apples, cherries and strawberries are beneficial in treating gout.
13. For people who suffer from gout in their toes, fill the bathtub with water and add one-third cup of ground ginger in it. Soak the affected area for about 30 minutes, after which, rinse thoroughly.
14. Regularly exercising works well to treat gout problem. The exercise should focus on the joints. Stretching joints and muscles would help to maintain a range of motion.
Gout Diets
Gout Diet/Foods To Eat
- Fresh cherries, strawberries, blueberries, and other red-blue berries
- Bananas
- Celery
- Tomatoes
- Vegetables including kale, cabbage, parsley, green-leafy vegetables
- Foods high in bromelain (pineapple)
- Foods high in vitamin C (red cabbage, red bell peppers, tangerines, mandarins, oranges, potatoes)
- Drink fruit juices and purified water (8 glasses of water per day)
- Complex carbohydrates (breads, cereals, pasta, rice, as well as aforementioned vegetables and fruits)
- Essential fatty acids (tuna and salmon, flaxseed, nuts, seeds)
- Tofu, although a legume and made from soybeans, may be a better choice than meat
- Chocolate, cocoa
- Coffee, tea
- Carbonated beverages
- Low-fat dairy products
Homeopathy
Homeopathic treatment:
- Belladona 12C may help to relieve pain from red, hot, swollen joints.
- Aconite 12C is recommended for extremely painful, red joints.
- Colchicum 12C can help with swelling in the big toe.
- Urtica urens 12 C can relieve burning, itching, and swelling.
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