Rheumatic disease quite common, gout affects more than 600,000 people. It is a type of arthritis that can cause severe pain in one or more joints, such as the base of the big toe. There are several causes and solutions to this joint disease. Here are some natural prevention methods to prevent gout.
Causes and risk factors of gout:
An excess of uric acid in the blood is the main cause of gout, this is also called hyperuricemia.
What is uric acid?
Uric acid is a kind of waste that has to be filtered from the body through the urine. It is the product of the degradation of purines, which are derived from dead cells and the digestion of food.
Normally, the level of uric acid is low in the blood. When its amount increases to abnormal proportions, the kidneys can not filter it and we can then talk about hyperuricemia. Uric acid is present with a high ratio in the blood.
How is gout developing?
Excess uric acid settles in the tissues and crystallizes in the kidneys, skin or joints. It is at this point that gout develops.
What are the factors that cause gout?
The abundance of uric acid in the blood can be caused by several factors, whether it is lifestyle or diet.
· Excessive consumption of alcohol: Ethanol in alcoholic beverages may be responsible for the formation of gout.
· Bad eating habits: a diet too rich in animal protein, fish, red meat can contribute to hyperuricemia.
Gout mainly affects men
Gout can be considered a male disease because this disease affects mainly men. The latter are more vulnerable to hyperuricemia because they naturally have a significant amount of uric acid in the blood. The gout manifests itself at home in general from 35 years old.
As for women, they can be affected after menopause. This disease is common in people who have obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, or have a family history.
How does gout manifest?
The symptoms are as follows:
- Redness and swelling of the affected joint
- fever and sweats
- Vivid and sudden pain
How can gout be treated?
The prescribed treatments vary from case to case. There may be two situations: an excess of uric acid production or a failure of its elimination by the kidneys. There is no cure for this disease. Existing treatments simply aim to relieve the pain associated with gout attacks and prevent recurrence.
In case of gout, it is important to pay attention to its diet:
- Remove drinks such as beer and strong and purine-rich alcohols, as well as juices and sodas that contain a lot of fructose.
- Limit the consumption of animal proteins, too rich in purines. It is also important to avoid deli meats, fries, fat sauces and chocolate.
- Make a habit of drinking 1.5 to 2 liters of water a day to eliminate purines.
- Favor foods that contain a small amount of purines such as eggs, cereals, vegetables ...
How to prevent gout and relieve his seizures?
There are natural solutions to relieve gout or prevent disease.
Baking soda
This ingredient prevents gout attacks and relieves pain because it decreases the level of uric acid in the blood.
Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water and drink this solution once a day. This mixture is rather to consume in the evening because it is at this moment that our body is the most acid.
Apple cider vinegar
Although no scientific study has been developed to demonstrate the benefits of cider vinegar on gout, it is important to note, according to Craysor, that this vinegar is rich in malic acid that cleanses the body and can reduce risk of having gout without experiencing side effects. In addition, this vinegar contains nutrients such as potassium, iron and calcium that are effective against the symptoms of gout. Just as it is composed of an active ingredient which is acetic acid and which is transformed into an alkaline agent as soon as it is introduced into the body, to prevent the appearance of a gout attack.
For this, dilute a tablespoon of this ingredient in a large glass of water and consume the preparation before lunch and dinner.
Warnings
- Do not use pure cider vinegar for stomach ulcers.
- It is best to consult a specialist in case of painful and swollen joints.
- If you suffer from gout, ask your doctor for advice on taking these natural ingredients.
