How to Reduce Your Intake of Purine Rich Foods

Gout is a painful condition that occurs when the body cannot adequately eliminate the uric acid that builds up in the system, causing crystallized uric acid to form in the joints. A form of arthritis, gout can take months or years to build up to critical mass, at which time is becomes extremely painful, with inflammation developing in the joint of the big toe, as well as the joints of the ankles, hips, knees, fingers, heels, thumbs and inset of the feet.

What is Gout? Gout is the result of too much uric acid that builds up in the body over a period of time. The uric acid forms very sharp crystals that cluster around the joints causing the pain, inflammation and tenderness associated with gout. Since gout is caused by the formation of uric acid crystals that the body does not get rid of you need to know about some factors that might cause gout.

The cause of gout can be eliminated naturally or through the use of medications. Medications come with pronounced side-effects unlike naturally treatments. Among the natural form of treatments is the consumption of lime. The excess uric acid deposited in joints is an example of toxic which can be gotten rid of by lime juice because it contains a good amount of detoxifiers and antioxidants (vitamin-C and Falconoid). Freshly squeezed juice of a lime mixed with a glass of water will help.

Purine rich foods are not the only factor that can contribute to a person developing gout. Obesity causes the body to produce more uric acid. Keep as close as possible to your ideal body weight to further reduce your risk.

Gout is typically associated with eating meats that contain a high amount of iron, such as liver. Some vegetables also have high amounts of purine. Purine rich foods such as lentils, asparagus, cauliflower, broccoli and dried beans and beans contribute to the development of gout. Even normally healthy are not safe from purine content. Oatmeal, wheat bran, and wheat germ extract can cause problems for gout sufferers if they are consumed in excess.

Gout can be treated and there are things you can do at home to help with the pain of gout. One of these is by increasing the amount of water you drink. Water will help to flush the toxins out of your body. If you are having problems with gout one natural product that has been shown to be very good is Goutezol, this all natural product helps to quickly relieve the pain of gout because it helps to excrete the uric acid from the body. It also helps to reduce the inflamation of gout. Because it has a unique blend of enzymes and plant extracts that have proven to be very effective some research into this product might just save you another painful gout incident. As with any natural supplement talk to your doctor first.
 
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