Gout sufferers face the most difficult decision: whether to use medication or not. There are many options for pain relief from gout, including anti-inflammatory medications. However, the long-term question is whether these medications will actually cure the condition or just help with the pain. Gout doctors will often prescribe medication to treat the condition if it is not possible or desirable to change lifestyle habits. Gout is a form arthritis that is caused by uric acids buildup. There is no permanent cure.
Natural Remedies
People think of natural remedies as some kind of herbal, pill, or tea that is the next “wonder medicine”. Because of the lack of evidence, we won’t be discussing that topic here. There is good news if a natural treatment can be considered something one can control without the need for medication. Gout treatment is far more effective when natural remedies are used. The patient is often the biggest obstacle to natural remedies.
Some people who have gout may not experience it anymore after they have experienced the symptoms. They may not experience gout again in the future but that is just to show they have been successful in overcoming the problem.
Pain Management
Gout pain can be managed if you’re willing to make lifestyle changes and adapt. Your lifestyle can have a significant impact on your condition. Each of these three aspects could be a whole book, so let’s just briefly touch on each. Gout prevention foods should be low in fat and high in fruits (especially berries) and vegetables. Some foods, such as liver, kidneys and giblets, should be avoided.
Gout sufferers should also avoid gravy. It is very easy to understand the concept of exercise. It is important to exercise at least 4 to 5 times per week. Walking is a great place to start. However, a balanced workout should include cardiovascular exercise as well as moderate strength training. It should also include flexibility movements and stretching. Water intake is also important.
Here’s a tip
Divide your current weight by 2. This number will tell you how many ounces of water you should drink each day. A heavier person will need more water than someone who is lighter. Water is essential for flushing out toxins and preventing uric acid buildup. Natural remedies can mean different things to different people. It is important to know how to treat gout. It involves lifestyle changes that are the best way to manage gout.