If you're reading this you're probably suffering from gout, or at the very least have suffered from gout in the past. So I don't have to tell you just how excruciating the pain can be. You already know how important it is to find a way of getting rid of the pain as fast as possible.
But the key to that is to truly understand what causes your gout in the first place...
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When you are suffering a gout attack the extreme pain and inflammation are caused by needle-like crystals that have formed in your joint(s). These are crystals of urate that can form when you have high levels of uric acid in your bloodstream.
And you can end up with high uric acid if your kidneys can't remove the excess uric acid that your body normally produces, or, your kidneys are fine, but your body is producing more uric acid than they can handle. In both these scenarios, the outcome is the same; excess uric acid in your body.
You will normally be prescribed drugs to reduce inflammation and relieve the pain. Unfortunately for many sufferers these drugs can have serious side effects, so that gout sufferers are increasingly turning to natural remedies for gout that they can use safely.
Here are 3 top tips for getting rid of gout pain and the crystals that cause them:-
1. Drink At Least 3 Litres of Water Per Day
Even you doctor, whilst they are prescribing drugs for gout pain, will tell you to drink plenty of water. And no wonder, because drinking lots of water keeps you better hydrated, which helps to fight against crystal formation. Water also helps your kidneys to process and flush uric acid from your body.
2. Eat 30 to 40 Cherries Every 4 Hours During a Gout Attack
Research has shown that eating plenty of cherries can reduce the symptoms of a gout attack, including the pain and inflammation. They have natural anti-inflammatory properties, and, they can also help to reduce the uric acid levels in your blood.
3. Use the Baking Soda Home Remedy for Gout
Baking soda has the ability to dissolve uric acid crystals, and, to help your kidneys excrete uric acid more easily. Mix 1/2 teaspoon baking soda in a large glass of water. Drink a glass before bed, one in the morning, and one every 2 to 4 hours during the day. Repeat until symptoms have gone. Note: Take no more than 4 teaspoons each day. Change to a salt-free diet while taking it. But don't take if you have hypertension.
These are my top 3 tips for getting rid of gout pain and crystals during an attack.
But you need also to prevent recurring attacks in the future, because these can cause kidney problems as well as permanently damaged joints. This needs a different approach as you need now to consider things like your lifestyle, diet, weight, etc.
3 Top Tips for Getting Rid of Gout Pain and Crystals in Your Joints Naturally
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