as many herbal products but to this day I'm still sufffering from this with no effective cure in sight
HARDROCK
Reduce the amount of animal protein you eat. Government guidelines advise eating no more than 5 to 6 ounces of lean meat, poultry or fish a day for nearly everyone — especially people who have gout, because high-protein foods increase the blood level of uric acid. Organ meats (liver, brains, kidney and sweetbreads), anchovies, herring and mackerel are particularly high in purines.
Avoid alcohol. Alcohol can inhibit the excretion of uric acid. If you're having a gout attack, it's best to avoid alcohol completely.
Drink plenty of liquids. Fluids help dilute uric acid in your blood and urine, so be sure you get enough water and other fluids every day.
alternative treatments that have been studied include:
Coffee. Studies have found an association between coffee drinking — both regular and decaffeinated — and lower uric acid levels, though no study has proved how or why coffee may have an influence on uric acid in your body. The available evidence isn't enough to encourage noncoffee drinkers to start, but it may give researchers clues to new ways of treating gout in the future.
Vitamin C. Supplements containing vitamin C may reduce the levels of uric acid in your blood. However, vitamin C hasn't been studied as a treatment for gout. Don't assume that if a little vitamin C is good for you, then lots is better. Megadoses of vitamin C may increase your body's uric acid levels. Talk to your doctor about what a reasonable dose of vitamin C may be. And don't forget that you can increase your vitamin C intake by eating more fruits and vegetables, especially oranges.
Cherries. Cherries have been associated with lower levels of uric acid in studies, but it isn't clear if they have any effect on gout signs and symptoms. Adding cherries and other dark-colored fruits, such as blackberries, blueberries, purple grapes and raspberries, to your diet may be a safe way to supplement your gout treatment, but discuss it with your doctor first.
Other complementary and alternative medicine treatments may help you cope until your gout pain subsides or your medications take effect. For instance, relaxation techniques, such as deep-breathing exercises and meditation, may help take your mind off your pain.
Polly
Black cherry juice is effective in neutralising uric acid so would help your gout.
capricorngirl
Hardrock is spot on.
I put my friend on celery tablets. I realise your frustration and pain.
Meillen S
For joint pain relief you need to restock your synovial fluid with this main ingredient --- hyaluronic acid.
As we grow older our synovial fluid runs low, making the cartilage dry, bones rub together without cushion.
When you restock your synovial fluid, the cartilage gets moistened, springy and gains flexibility.
You could swallow barrels of supplements but they'll never reach to your cartilage because cartilage has no blood supply. It gets everything from your synovial fluid.
If you have sometime, for more joint health tips, visit:
http://www.naturalhealthreference.com/2008/03/04/joint-pain-relief-natural-supplement/
michgzlr
Your doctor can prescibe anti-inflammatory pills to relieve the pain from a gout attack. They are like magic.
I used to get gout attacks after a night of heavy drinking or eating lots of red meat. If you cut out alcohol and red meat you will help your situation immensely. I have tried the cherry and celery cures and never had success. And gout has nothing to do with synovial fluids. It has to do with uric acid and kidney function. If you do have an attack, drink a lot of water and avoid any meats until the pain subsides.
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