is it possible for gout patients to enjoy alcoholic beverages? expert advice varies. would anyone know? thanks
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Anything that effects body acidity will worsen gout, Brandy is more alkaline so not as much of a problem.  That is why there are varying reports.
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Gout and Cherry Juice  \n\nGout Remedy | Gout Symptom | Gout Treatment | Information on Gout | The Gout Diet | Gout Natural Home Remedy | Natural Cure for Gout | Gout and Cherry Juice | Gout Nutrition and Diet Information | Foods to Avoid with Gout\n\nIt is well known that gout can be helped with cherry juice and cherries. The reason that cherry juice and cherries help prevent and reduce symptoms of gout is because cherries contain flavonoids which help reduce high uric acid levels. High uric acid levels may lead to the development of gout. In addition, when uric acid crystals start to accumulate in the joint, flavonoids prevent substances which cause inflammation from entering the joint.\n\nPeople have been reporting the beneficial effects of cherries and cherry juice as a natural gout cure. You can use canned cherries or fresh cherries and it does not matter if you use sour or sweet cherries. All cherries have been reported to be a natural gout cure. The amount of cherries to eat a day is between ten cherries and up to one half pound. Some people also found taking cherry juice concentrate (1 tablespoon per day) can help cure gout. Others have reported that drinking 1 6 oz glass of Knudsen Black Cherry Juice one to two times per day can cure gout.\n\nThe relation between gout and cherry juice was studied in a 1950 Texas study of twelve patients who were gout sufferers. When there patients were given about a pound of fresh or canned cherries a day (or the equivalent amount of cherry juice), uric acid levels went down to normal and they did not suffer any more attacks of gouty arthritis. In addition, these patients reported increased movement in the small joints normally affected by gout such as their fingers and toes when including the cherries in their diet.\n\nAnother, more recent, study on the relation between gout and cherry juice was published in the Journal of Natural Products in 1999. This study demonstrated that patients who ate at least twenty cherries per day gave similar pain relief as aspirin and other pain killers because the cherries inhibited compounds that caused inflammation of the joints. They discovered that twenty cherries a day provides between twelve and twenty-five milligrams of active flavonoid compounds (anthocyanins). These flavonoids can reduce the free radical damage as well as reduce inflammation in the joints.\n\nIn addition to cherries and cherry juice, gout can be helped by consuming other dark red berries such as blueberries, hawthorn berries etc. because these berries also contain the beneficial flavonoids. Flavonoids are what create the dark red color in these berries.To get the most success for preventing gout, thirty-two ounces cherry juice that is both organic and not from concentrate (you can find this in most health food stores) should be consumed along with lots of water as soon as the feeling of gout is beginning to start. The following day, consume another thirty-two ounces of cherry juice. You should experience pain relief right away.\n\nGout can be helped by consuming either cherry juice, cherries or other dark red berries on a daily basis. This natural cure is much better for your health than taking pain killers and is actually more effective in preventing attacks of gout. The beneficial effects of cherry juice on gout can be backed up both by scientific research as well as hundreds of testimonials by people who have tried it. Cherries and cherry juice cannot hurt you so it is well worth it to try it out for yourself.\n\nOne of the most common forms of arthritis is gout. Gout is characterized by joint inflammation accompanied by terrible pain and sometimes red, shiny skin covering the joint. An attack of gout appears suddenly, often overnight and most often affects the feet and ankles, with the most common area being the ball of the large toe. Gout usually affects only one or two joints at a time.\n\nThe first attack of gout usually will disappear on its own after about a week but
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Change your diet.  Gout is caused by a buildup of uric acid.  Eliminate alcohol (especially beer), rich foods, red meat.
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Gout is caused by increased amount of uric acid which deposits in joints, esp the great toes. Drink plenty of water. Rest it when it flares up, use tylenol for pain. Get excercise when it is not bothering you. Avoid high protein foods, esp during flare ups. See your doctor and follow the regimen provided. Best of health!
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Gout,look it up and see if you find anything like your symtoms.
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There are three lines of treatment. The first is simply control of pain, for which your physician may prescribe an analgesic other than aspirin. The second treatment is control of inflammation caused by uric-acid crystals. For this your physician may prescribe an anti-inflammatory drug. Alfalfa is a good source of minerals and other nutrients that help to reduce serum uric acid. Take 2,000 to 3,000 milligrams daily in tablet or capsule form.\n\n  When an attack of gout strikes, eat only raw fruits and vegetables for two weeks. Juices are best.\n  Maintain a diet low in purines at all times. Purines are organic compounds that contribute to uric acid formation.\n\nConsume plenty of quality water. Fluid intake promotes the excretion of uric acid.\n\nAvoid rich foods such as cakes and pies. Leave white flour and sugar products out of your diet.
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Yes, my wife and I have been drinking Xango for the past six months.  It's delicious.  I now have more energy, am more alert, and no longer need medication for high blood pressure and acid reflux.  I am also seeing improvements with psoriasis.  My wife has also seen her blood pressure go down to normal and is sleeping like a baby.  We personally know people who have gotten great results with Xango for migraine headaches, diabetes, and other conditions.
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My mother was having a serious problem with her gout. I did a little research and found a product called "Gout Cure All Natural Gout Relief." I ordered some for her and she has only had one minor recurrence since (over six months now). Check out the website: www.goutcure.com. \n\nGood luck.
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Gout is a condition from an accumulation of uric acid in the body, which exists often as crystals once out of the blood.  If this uric acid accumulates in the joints, this will cause inflammation - which is arthritis.\n\nUric acid will accumulate either if there's an overproduction of it, or if your body is incapable getting rid of it.  The kidneys should be able to filter out the uric acid from the blood and then excrete it in the urine.  Any part of this process can break down, leading to a build-up of uric acid in the body and in the joints.
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i don't know if there is a home remedy for gout. my dad has it but he just takes medicine to reduce the swelling. he just watches out by not eating too much protein because i guess that is what causes it.
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My dad has this condition and has never drank in his life until my Mom passed away.  He couldn't deal with it so he had an alcoholic beverage.  Within 24 hours he had a Grand Mal Seizure in the shower and almost drowned.  He had to be rushed to the ER for a fractured back.  Thank God I found him when I did.  \n\nYou should always ask your Doctor about these things but I wouldn't recommend it.\n\nGood luck and God Bless!
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Gout is a form of arthritis.  It is caused by uric acid which the body does not process correctly.  I don't beleive pecans have this in them but the coffee could be the culprit.  My sister-in-law has gout and had to switch to decafinated coffee. Also she drinks cherry juice, unsweetned and this has kept her from an attack for 3 weeks now.  Eating dark cherries also helps.
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Yes, it generally will affect the big toe(s) first and then go from there. I am a woman who has had it since childhood. Unless you have it in your family line, gout usually comes around when you're in about your thirties.
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Yes, a diabetic can consume alcohol, but it really isn't recommended. If you do decide to drink, keep these guidelines in mind:\n-- Only drink when your blood sugar level is in good control / within the normal range. Alcohol actually lowers blood sugar so if you are low, don't drink at all. \n-- Keep it within limits of reason. 1 drink is plenty. \n-- Avoid heavy beers and sugary mixed drinks. Settle for light / ultra light beers or drinks mixed with water / soda water. \n-- Always have someone with you who knows how to react in case of a diabetic emergency. Your blood sugar may react differently to alcohol consumption at different times so don't count on one reaction being the norm for you. \n-- Always have a driver! Drinking and driving is deadly for anyone... not just diabetics. \n\nAgain, alcohol consumption can be very dangerous for the diabetic patient, but if you must drink, use your head and keep your reason.
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no, well probabnly not... let me tell you I have had loads of kidney stones nad had surgery twice once on each side and laser surgery to blow themup 4 times!!! diet, I was told, has nothing to do with the type of stones I produced, I made calcium stones, for uric acid stones maybe the tomatos are a bit acidy but even so you would need to eat a hell of a lot of them to have this affect... I had no abnormalities in either blood or body chemistry but well had loads of stones they tailed off and stopped after I reached about 40... some people have them early some later in life... glad I dont get them any more is all I can say
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Don't know if it can be cured or not. There is medication that can work well.\n\nThere is also some evidence that gout is influenced by diet. Here are some suggestions that may improve gout: \n\nDecrease consumption of red meat. \nDecrease consumption of all seafood. \nAvoid coffee and all other sources of caffeine (which can raise uric acid levels). \nDrink lots of water to help flush uric acid out of your system. \nMinimize alcohol consumption. \nIf you're overweight, try to lose excess pounds.
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Gout is a form of arthritis that developes when there is a build up of uric acid in the blood. When the uric acid levels get high enough, it collects in the joints. The joint that is usually first and most severely affected is the big toe joint. As this uric acid collects in the toe joint, it forms crystals in the shape of a needle. These needle like crystals cause a stabbing pain , sometimes excruciating pain, plus swelling. The affected toe is like an inside out pin cushion. OUCH!!! \n\n95% of the Gout sufferers are men over 30. It is rare, but it does attack women also. Gout is closely related to the foods you eat. The natural approach to Gout would be to change your diet and increase your fluid intake. \n\nThere are foods that cause an increase in uric acid and they should be greatly curtailed from the diet. These foods are: \n\nanchovies, \nasparagus, \nherring, \nmeats & gravies, \nmushrooms, \nmussels, \nsardines, \nand alcoholic beverages, \nfried foods. \nThey should also try to avoid rich cakes and pies. \nSome studies have shown a vitamin deficiency of vitamin B5, vitamin A, and vitamin E contribute to the disease process of Gout. \n\nThere are foods that can neutralize the uric acid, so these can be eaten freely. They are: \napple cider vinegar,\ncherries, \ncherry juice, \ncelery, strawberries \navocados. \nIt is necessary to increase your water intake also as this will help flush the uric acid out. Herbs that help to neutralize the uric acid are alfalfa, burdock, hyssop and juniper. Alfalfa is the stongest of the mentioned herbs and the first choice. There are prescription drugs available from your doctor but please ask about the mild to serious side effects of these drugs.       \n* The information in this article should not replace the advice of your medical practitioner. \n\nLucinda Jenkins is an LPNHC and is the owner of Glenbrook Farms Herbs and Copyright © 2000, Lucinda Jenkins