Archive for the "Gout" Category
Does Coffee Increase Gout Risk?
Friday, September 3rd, 2010
If you are male, older than 40, and have a family history of gout, you may have reason to worry about this very painful form of arthritis. But if you’re worried about your coffee intake and the likelihood that it will contribute to a gout flare-up, you can put your mind at ease.
Gouty Arthritis and Your Big Toe
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009Gout and its causes
Gout is a type of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid in the joints. Uric acid forms when purines, natural substances found in the body’s cells and in most foods, have broken down completely. Uric acid can be beneficial in protecting damage to the body’s blood vessels, but if there [...]
What is Hyperuricemia?
Thursday, August 27th, 2009When researching gout, you will likely find the word hyperuricemia associated with it many times. So what is hyperuricemia? Hyperuricemia means, having a lot of uric acid in the blood. Many times patients will have high levels of uric acid without developing kidney stones or gout.
What Everyone Should Know About Folic Acid And Gout
Sunday, August 23rd, 2009When you take folic acid vitamins, it neutralizes the enzyme called xanthine oxidase. This enzyme is what produces uric acid, so when blocked by folic acid, it will help to reduce the amount of uric acid being produced in your body.
Benefits of Whey Protein for Gout Sufferers
Thursday, August 20th, 2009Eating healthily and taking proper supplements are always great steps to take when trying to treat illnesses such as gout (which can be caused by eating improper foods and/or excessively). But what supplements can really help with your gout symptoms?
An In Depth View at Gout
Monday, August 10th, 2009Gout is an illness that takes the form of arthritis, caused by needle-like crystals that are produced by uric acid. When high levels of uric acid is formed (caused by purines from food and lack of excretion, which can be due to failing kidneys), they form crystals in your joints that then eat away at them and cause tremendous pain.
Big Toe Pain: Is It Gout?
Sunday, August 9th, 2009Gout is a painful inflammation of the joints due to a buildup of uric acid. Uric acid, while naturally-occurring in the body and various foods, can be a serious problem if the body makes too much or excretes too little.
Natural Gout Home Remedy: A Simple Gout Prevention Diet
Thursday, August 6th, 2009Left untreated, gout can lead to high blood pressure, or as it’s also known, “The Silent Killer.” Don’t risk it. Address your gout symptoms with a natural gout home remedy. Just a simple gout prevention diet can keep you on your feet, out of your doctor’s office, and out of the pharmacy.
What Causes Gout
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009Gout is the build-up of urate crystals causes inflammation in a joint. This acid accumulation is waste product from purine breakdown in the body.
What Parts Of Your Body Are Affected By Gout?
Monday, August 3rd, 2009It is thought that crystal formation is impeded by warmth. So, joints that are far away from the heart and are on cooler areas of the body tend to have a greater chance of crystal formation.
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