Gout is a debilitating disease that causes a buildup of uric acid in the joints, which causes excruciating pain. According the Mayo Clinic, "Normally, uric acid dissolves in your blood and passes through your kidneys into your urine. But sometimes your body either produces too much uric acid or your kidneys excrete too little uric acid." While at the time of a gout attack any type of medication may be welcome, there are many alternative treatments to gout that are available to not only cure the gout itself, but also encourage total body wellness.
Herbal Remedies
Gout sufferers can turn to herbal remedies to stop the buildup of uric acid crystals in their joints and prevent the uric acid from returning. According to Natural Cures for Gout, the following herbs are particularly effective in curing the condition: Devil's claw (anti-inflammatory and lowers amounts of uric acid), Gravelroot (diuretic and kidney support), Turmeric (anti-inflammatory), and Nettle Root (kidney support). A homeopathic doctor can assist individuals to find which herbal gout remedy is the best for their lifestyle as well as one that works well with any other medication that they are taking.
Vitamin Support
Vitamins and minerals are also very useful in fighting gout and do not have the side effects that traditional pharmaceuticals do. The three most effective vitamins and minerals for treating gout are: vitamin C, B complex vitamins and folic acid. Vitamin C not only works to rid the body of uric acid, but also works by preventing the uric acid from building up again. B complex vitamins support the body's natural breakdown of uric acid. Folic acid works to reduce the overall quantity of uric acid in the blood. Vitamins can either be taken as supplements or found in foods.
Food Options
Approaches to curing gout that focus on changes made in the diet are twofold. One is reducing foods that encourage the buildup of uric acid, and the other is consuming more foods that eliminate and protect the body from accumulating too much uric acid. Foods that should be avoided contain purine. Examples of purine-containing foods primarily include organ meats and highly processed meat products. Conversely, foods that support the body and reduce instances of gout include fruits (especially cherries), dark leafy green vegetables, fortified bread and cereal, and eggs.
Lifestyle
Modifying your lifestyle is also an essential part of finding an alternative cure for the disease. A great start is weight loss and exercise. Moderate exercise helps eliminate uric acid from the system and helps the body fight off future gout attacks. Further, exercise combined with herbal supplements and dietary changes will lead to total body wellness for the gout sufferer who will not only rid himself of gout, but prevent a host of afflictions.
Warning
It is important to consult a medical doctor or homeopathic practitioner before embarking on a new regime to combat gout. Do not stop prescription medications without consulting a doctor because it could lead to serious consequences.
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