Guest guest Posted March 6, 2008 Report Share Posted March 6, 2008 Thanks for posting these tips. Do you suffer from gout? I've heard it's very debilitating, but it seems like it's easy to correct with diet changes. Cyndi In a message dated 3/6/2008 7:18:14 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, indigorose82 writes: Gout is an extremely painful condition in which uric acid crystalsaccumulate in the joints and tissues of the body. Traditional goutmedications are expensive, have severe side effects, and often aren'teffective in treating the condition. Luckily, there are a number ofherbal remedies known to successfully treat gout which are lessexpensive, healthy and don't come with the severe side effects.About.comhttp://arthritis.about.com/od/gout/a/foodstoeat.htmSorting Out The MythsMore importantly, how does a person begin to sort the myths from thefacts and decide what to buy at the grocery store? According to theUniversity of Washington, Department of Orthopedics: * Usually people can eat what they like within limits. People whohave kidney stones due to uric acid may need to actually eliminatepurine-rich foods from their diet because those foods can raise theiruric acid level. * Consuming coffee and tea is not a problem but alcohol can raiseuric acid levels and provoke an episode of gout. Drinking at least10-12 eight-ounce glasses of non-alcoholic fluids every day isrecommended, especially for people with kidney stones, to help flushthe uric acid crystals from the body.Johns Hopkins lists foods which are higher in purinesFoods very high in purines include: * hearts * herring * mussels * yeast * smelt * sardines * sweetbreadsFoods moderately high in purines include: * anchovies * grouse * mutton * veal * bacon * liver * salmon * turkey * kidneys * partridge * trout * goose * haddock * pheasant * scallopseHow.comhttp://www.ehow.com/how_2099297_make-herbal-remedies-gout.html?ref=fuelThings You'll Need: * 2 to 3 tsps. black cherry juice * 1/2 cup powdered activated charcoal * 2 tbsps. flaxseed * 1 tsp. rosehipsStep 1:Prevent gout by eating a healthy diet that includes plenty ofexercise, water and fresh fruits and vegetables, the most importantingredient in herbal remedies. Foods particularly helpful for theprevention of gout include blueberries, cherries, soy, olive oil andsalmon.Step 2:Include as much Vitamin C in your diet as possible, which helps loweruric acid levels in the body. Foods that are rich in Vitamin C includecantaloupe, oranges, broccoli, brussel sprouts and green peppers.Step 3:Take 2 to 3 tsps. of black cherry juice during an inflammation ofgout. Cherries contain high levels of flavonoids, which help the bodyto eliminate uric acid from the system, relieving and preventing gout.Step 4:Make a charcoal poultice to draw toxins from gout affected areas. Mixa half a cup of powdered activated charcoal with two tablespoons offlaxseed and add just enough hot water to make a paste. Apply thepaste to the affected area and cover with a cloth or plastic wrap.Change the poultice every four hours, but leave it on throughout thenight.Step 5:Drink as much rosehip tea as you like to get sufficient liquid andpurify the blood. Boil 1 cup of water and remove from heat beforeadding one teaspoon of rosehips. Allow the tea to steep for fiveminutes before straining and drinking. Other teas useful in herbalremedies for gout include yarrow, peppermint and sarsaparilla.holisticotline.comhttp://www.holisticonline.com/Remedies/Arthritis/arth_gout_herbs.htmDevil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) has been used in folk medicinefor the treatment of a variety of diseases, including gout andrheumatoid arthritis. Clinical research appears to indicate devil'sclaw may be of benefit in the treatment of gout; in addition torelieving joint pain, devil's claw also reduces serum cholesterol anduric acid levels.Dosage: 750 mg 3 times daily of a preparation standardized to contain3% iridoid glycosides. Autumn crocus (Colchicum autumnale) is the herb from which the drugcolchicine was originally isolated and is used as a conventionaltreatment for gout. The drug colchicine is much more commonly usedthan are herbal extracts of Autumn crocus. Both the herb and the drughave significant toxicity and for this reason should only be usedunder the guidance of a physician.Gravelroot (Eupatorium pu1pureum) stimulate elimination of uric acid.Dosage: Drink an infusion of 2 tsp gravelroot in a cup of water,three times a day.Warning: Do not take herbal teas if colchicine has been prescribed.Celery (Apium graveolens) seed: stimulates elimination of uric acid. Dosage: Drink an infusion of 2 tsp celery seed in a cup of water,three times a day.Warning: Do not take herbal teas if colchicine has been prescribed. Cherries - Consuming half a pound (225 g) of fresh or canned cherriesper day has been shown to be very effective in lowering uric acidlevels and preventing attacks of gout. Cherries, hawthorn berries,blueberries and other dark red-blue berries are rich sources ofanthocyanidins and proanthocyanidins. These compounds are flavonoidmolecules that give these fruits their deep red-blue color. They arevery effective in preventing collagen destruction.Bilberry contains compounds called anthocyanidins that have provenvaluable against gout. These substances reduce uric-acid levels andinhibit tissue destruction. Choose a product containing 25 percentanthocyanidins and take 80 milligrams three times daily.Hawthorn offers some of the same properties as bilberry. Choose astandardized extract containing 1.8 vitexin-2 rhamnosides and take 100to 200 milligrams two or three times a day.Juniper berry is a diuretic herb that helps reduce uric acid. Take 350to 500 milligrams in capsule form or 1 cup of tea twice daily.Nettle root increases the excretion of uric acid from the kidneys.Take 250 milligrams three times a day.Pine-bark and grape-seed extracts act to reduce inflammation, thuseasing pain. Take 50 to 100 milligrams of either two to three times daily.Turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory action. It is used in bothChinese and Ayurvedic medicine against gout, arthritis, and otherinflammatory conditions. Take 250 to 500 milligrams three times a day.Herbal Formulae and Combinations for GoutHerbal teas, juices, tinctures, compresses and baths help eliminateuric acid and ease pain.- Celery, birch leaf and parsley juice are very effective in combatingand flushing out uric acid from the tissues.- Drink 1 cup of stinging nettle or horsetail tea three times dailyfor three weeks . These herbs help eliminate uric acid in the joints.- Drink 1 cup of horseradish juice made by boiling 1 tsp. of gratedhorseradish root in 1 cup of water . Steep for ten minutes and drink 1cup on an empty stomach for ten days. Horseradish stimulateselimination of all wastes and toxins from the system.- Dark red or blue berries are an effective remedy against goutbecause they contain anthocyaniding. Anthocyanidins are flavonoidswhich have potent anti-inflammatory properties, prevent collagendestruction and neutralize excess acidity, including uric acid.Cherries, blueberries and hawthorn berries are rich in anthocyanidinsand should be consumed in large amounts. One published studydemonstrated that consuming half a pound of unsweetened cherries a daylowers uric acid and prevents gout attacks. When cherries are not inseason, alternatives include hawthorn berries, blueberries,blackberries and raspberries. - To reduce pain and inflammation in the affected area and to cooldown the joint:Mix 4 tbsp. of honey with 1 tsp. of comfrey tincture. Heat it in adouble boiler. Soak a cloth in mixture and apply to parts where the pain is worst-such as hands, elbows, knees and feet. Apply in the evening and leave on overnight. Place a pack of cherry stones or a camomile compress on top and wrap awarm, dry cloth around it. Repeat nightly for several weeks. - When acute pain has subsided, massage with St. John's wort oil torelieve the pain, then apply a crushed raw cabbage leaf poulticebefore going to bed and leave on overnight. - Oat straw packs can help to alleviate the pain. - The stinging nettle plant is an effective treatment againstosteoarthritis and gout. It can stimulate the body to excrete uricacid. Extracts of stinging nettle applied topically can help inreducing the pain from any kind of arthritis.bullet - Place affected area inside a small sack filled with birch leaves forone to two hours daily.bullet - Take a rising-temperature bath with infusions of oat straw,horsetail, nettle or any cut grasses once a week as a prevention.Nature's Natural Healinghttp://www.naturesnaturalhealing.com/Gout.shtmlBlack cherry juice - Cherry juice has powerful laxative effect so besure to stay home while using this method. At the first sign of anattack drink a warm 32oz bottle of Knudson's Pure 100% Black CherryJuice. Lie down with your feet and legs raised on a pillow andthroughout the day drink a few more glasses of the juice.Cabbage leaves - The cabbage contains an enzyme that draws out thecrystal that form around the affected joint. Place some cabbage leavesin a zip lock bag and place them in the freezer. When you get anattack place the frozen cabbage leaves on the painful area. Then coverthe leaves with a towel. Leave on until the leaves have thawed out andrepeat this if necessary. Gout treatment using cabbage leaves.Gout treatment using sour cherries. Sour cherries - Sour cherries is said to be beneficial in thetreatment of gout. Simply eat 5 sour cherries in the morning andanother 5 at night before going to bed. They must be the sour kind.You can also use the frozen sour cherries which can be found in thefrozen section of any good supermarkets.Apple cider vinegar - Mix two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and 2teaspoons of honey into a glass of water and drink this at mealtime.Make this a routine each and every day. Celery seeds - These seeds eliminate uric acid from the body so ifquite effective relieving gout. It is believed that celery seeds haveabout twenty different anti-inflammatory agents. Cook 1 tablespoon ofcelery seeds in 2 cups of water. When the seeds are soft, drain andkeep the water. Drink half a cup of this water 4 times a day. Thismethod should not be used by pregnant woman as it may induce labor.Charcoal - Make a poultice using a cup of charcoal, 3 tablespoons ofground flaxseed and warm water. Put this on the affected area to drawout all the toxins. This method is not to be used with othermedication. Charcoal will stop other medications from working. Ginger - Make a bath and add a third of a cup of ground ginger. Soakin the bath for at least half an hour. When you have soaked in thebath it is a good idea to have a hot shower removing all the gingerfrom the skin. You must remove all the ginger to reduce skin irritation.Quick and Easy RemediesSpearmint Make a poultice of spearmint leaves and wrap the affected area.Strawberries Eating a cup of strawberries with each meal should bringquick relief. They neutralize uric acid.Yarrow Make a tea by using equal parts of yarrow and stinging nettles;strain, cool and drink several cups a day.Ice Apply an ice pack for ten minutes, then alternate with a moisthot-towel compress, to soothe and numb the pain.Mullein Soak mullein leaves in a hot vinegar/water mixture. Pack theleaves on the affected area.Garlic Eat several cloves of raw garlic daily. Mince the garlic andadd it to black cherry juice for a potent remedy.Devil's claw reduces uric acid levels and is a natural cleansing agentfor toxic impurities. Take 400 mg of the dried extract 3x a day for aslong as desired.Useful FactsAlfalfa is a good source of minerals and other nutrients that helpreduce serum uric acid.Bilberry is high in anthocyanosides and flavonoids, which are helpfulin overcoming gout.Blueberries are high in anti-inflammatory compounds calledanthocyanins, which help ease the pain of gout.Grapes are high in alkalinizes which lessen the acidity of uric acidand aid in its elimination from the body.Hawthorn is high in anthocyanosides and flavonoids, which are helpfulin overcoming gout.Hydrangea is an anti-inflammatory.Nettle contains alkaloids which neutralize uric acid.Parsley acts as a natural diuretic. "Let food be your medicine"```Hippocrates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2008 Report Share Posted March 6, 2008 Gout is an extremely painful condition in which uric acid crystals accumulate in the joints and tissues of the body. Traditional gout medications are expensive, have severe side effects, and often aren't effective in treating the condition. Luckily, there are a number of herbal remedies known to successfully treat gout which are less expensive, healthy and don't come with the severe side effects. About.com http://arthritis.about.com/od/gout/a/foodstoeat.htm Sorting Out The Myths More importantly, how does a person begin to sort the myths from the facts and decide what to buy at the grocery store? According to the University of Washington, Department of Orthopedics: * Usually people can eat what they like within limits. People who have kidney stones due to uric acid may need to actually eliminate purine-rich foods from their diet because those foods can raise their uric acid level. * Consuming coffee and tea is not a problem but alcohol can raise uric acid levels and provoke an episode of gout. Drinking at least 10-12 eight-ounce glasses of non-alcoholic fluids every day is recommended, especially for people with kidney stones, to help flush the uric acid crystals from the body. Johns Hopkins lists foods which are higher in purines Foods very high in purines include: * hearts * herring * mussels * yeast * smelt * sardines * sweetbreads Foods moderately high in purines include: * anchovies * grouse * mutton * veal * bacon * liver * salmon * turkey * kidneys * partridge * trout * goose * haddock * pheasant * scallops eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_2099297_make-herbal-remedies-gout.html?ref=fuel Things You'll Need: * 2 to 3 tsps. black cherry juice * 1/2 cup powdered activated charcoal * 2 tbsps. flaxseed * 1 tsp. rosehips Step 1: Prevent gout by eating a healthy diet that includes plenty of exercise, water and fresh fruits and vegetables, the most important ingredient in herbal remedies. Foods particularly helpful for the prevention of gout include blueberries, cherries, soy, olive oil and salmon. Step 2: Include as much Vitamin C in your diet as possible, which helps lower uric acid levels in the body. Foods that are rich in Vitamin C include cantaloupe, oranges, broccoli, brussel sprouts and green peppers. Step 3: Take 2 to 3 tsps. of black cherry juice during an inflammation of gout. Cherries contain high levels of flavonoids, which help the body to eliminate uric acid from the system, relieving and preventing gout. Step 4: Make a charcoal poultice to draw toxins from gout affected areas. Mix a half a cup of powdered activated charcoal with two tablespoons of flaxseed and add just enough hot water to make a paste. Apply the paste to the affected area and cover with a cloth or plastic wrap. Change the poultice every four hours, but leave it on throughout the night. Step 5: Drink as much rosehip tea as you like to get sufficient liquid and purify the blood. Boil 1 cup of water and remove from heat before adding one teaspoon of rosehips. Allow the tea to steep for five minutes before straining and drinking. Other teas useful in herbal remedies for gout include yarrow, peppermint and sarsaparilla. holisticotline.com http://www.holisticonline.com/Remedies/Arthritis/arth_gout_herbs.htm Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) has been used in folk medicine for the treatment of a variety of diseases, including gout and rheumatoid arthritis. Clinical research appears to indicate devil's claw may be of benefit in the treatment of gout; in addition to relieving joint pain, devil's claw also reduces serum cholesterol and uric acid levels. Dosage: 750 mg 3 times daily of a preparation standardized to contain 3% iridoid glycosides. Autumn crocus (Colchicum autumnale) is the herb from which the drug colchicine was originally isolated and is used as a conventional treatment for gout. The drug colchicine is much more commonly used than are herbal extracts of Autumn crocus. Both the herb and the drug have significant toxicity and for this reason should only be used under the guidance of a physician. Gravelroot (Eupatorium pu1pureum) stimulate elimination of uric acid. Dosage: Drink an infusion of 2 tsp gravelroot in a cup of water, three times a day. Warning: Do not take herbal teas if colchicine has been prescribed. Celery (Apium graveolens) seed: stimulates elimination of uric acid. Dosage: Drink an infusion of 2 tsp celery seed in a cup of water, three times a day. Warning: Do not take herbal teas if colchicine has been prescribed. Cherries - Consuming half a pound (225 g) of fresh or canned cherries per day has been shown to be very effective in lowering uric acid levels and preventing attacks of gout. Cherries, hawthorn berries, blueberries and other dark red-blue berries are rich sources of anthocyanidins and proanthocyanidins. These compounds are flavonoid molecules that give these fruits their deep red-blue color. They are very effective in preventing collagen destruction. Bilberry contains compounds called anthocyanidins that have proven valuable against gout. These substances reduce uric-acid levels and inhibit tissue destruction. Choose a product containing 25 percent anthocyanidins and take 80 milligrams three times daily. Hawthorn offers some of the same properties as bilberry. Choose a standardized extract containing 1.8 vitexin-2 rhamnosides and take 100 to 200 milligrams two or three times a day. Juniper berry is a diuretic herb that helps reduce uric acid. Take 350 to 500 milligrams in capsule form or 1 cup of tea twice daily. Nettle root increases the excretion of uric acid from the kidneys. Take 250 milligrams three times a day. Pine-bark and grape-seed extracts act to reduce inflammation, thus easing pain. Take 50 to 100 milligrams of either two to three times daily. Turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory action. It is used in both Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine against gout, arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions. Take 250 to 500 milligrams three times a day. Herbal Formulae and Combinations for Gout Herbal teas, juices, tinctures, compresses and baths help eliminate uric acid and ease pain. - Celery, birch leaf and parsley juice are very effective in combating and flushing out uric acid from the tissues. - Drink 1 cup of stinging nettle or horsetail tea three times daily for three weeks . These herbs help eliminate uric acid in the joints. - Drink 1 cup of horseradish juice made by boiling 1 tsp. of grated horseradish root in 1 cup of water . Steep for ten minutes and drink 1 cup on an empty stomach for ten days. Horseradish stimulates elimination of all wastes and toxins from the system. - Dark red or blue berries are an effective remedy against gout because they contain anthocyaniding. Anthocyanidins are flavonoids which have potent anti-inflammatory properties, prevent collagen destruction and neutralize excess acidity, including uric acid. Cherries, blueberries and hawthorn berries are rich in anthocyanidins and should be consumed in large amounts. One published study demonstrated that consuming half a pound of unsweetened cherries a day lowers uric acid and prevents gout attacks. When cherries are not in season, alternatives include hawthorn berries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries. - To reduce pain and inflammation in the affected area and to cool down the joint: Mix 4 tbsp. of honey with 1 tsp. of comfrey tincture. Heat it in a double boiler. Soak a cloth in mixture and apply to parts where the pain is worst- such as hands, elbows, knees and feet. Apply in the evening and leave on overnight. Place a pack of cherry stones or a camomile compress on top and wrap a warm, dry cloth around it. Repeat nightly for several weeks. - When acute pain has subsided, massage with St. John's wort oil to relieve the pain, then apply a crushed raw cabbage leaf poultice before going to bed and leave on overnight. - Oat straw packs can help to alleviate the pain. - The stinging nettle plant is an effective treatment against osteoarthritis and gout. It can stimulate the body to excrete uric acid. Extracts of stinging nettle applied topically can help in reducing the pain from any kind of arthritis. bullet - Place affected area inside a small sack filled with birch leaves for one to two hours daily. bullet - Take a rising-temperature bath with infusions of oat straw, horsetail, nettle or any cut grasses once a week as a prevention. Nature's Natural Healing http://www.naturesnaturalhealing.com/Gout.shtml Black cherry juice - Cherry juice has powerful laxative effect so be sure to stay home while using this method. At the first sign of an attack drink a warm 32oz bottle of Knudson's Pure 100% Black Cherry Juice. Lie down with your feet and legs raised on a pillow and throughout the day drink a few more glasses of the juice. Cabbage leaves - The cabbage contains an enzyme that draws out the crystal that form around the affected joint. Place some cabbage leaves in a zip lock bag and place them in the freezer. When you get an attack place the frozen cabbage leaves on the painful area. Then cover the leaves with a towel. Leave on until the leaves have thawed out and repeat this if necessary. Gout treatment using cabbage leaves. Gout treatment using sour cherries. Sour cherries - Sour cherries is said to be beneficial in the treatment of gout. Simply eat 5 sour cherries in the morning and another 5 at night before going to bed. They must be the sour kind. You can also use the frozen sour cherries which can be found in the frozen section of any good supermarkets. Apple cider vinegar - Mix two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and 2 teaspoons of honey into a glass of water and drink this at mealtime. Make this a routine each and every day. Celery seeds - These seeds eliminate uric acid from the body so if quite effective relieving gout. It is believed that celery seeds have about twenty different anti-inflammatory agents. Cook 1 tablespoon of celery seeds in 2 cups of water. When the seeds are soft, drain and keep the water. Drink half a cup of this water 4 times a day. This method should not be used by pregnant woman as it may induce labor. Charcoal - Make a poultice using a cup of charcoal, 3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed and warm water. Put this on the affected area to draw out all the toxins. This method is not to be used with other medication. Charcoal will stop other medications from working. Ginger - Make a bath and add a third of a cup of ground ginger. Soak in the bath for at least half an hour. When you have soaked in the bath it is a good idea to have a hot shower removing all the ginger from the skin. You must remove all the ginger to reduce skin irritation. Quick and Easy Remedies Spearmint Make a poultice of spearmint leaves and wrap the affected area. Strawberries Eating a cup of strawberries with each meal should bring quick relief. They neutralize uric acid. Yarrow Make a tea by using equal parts of yarrow and stinging nettles; strain, cool and drink several cups a day. Ice Apply an ice pack for ten minutes, then alternate with a moist hot-towel compress, to soothe and numb the pain. Mullein Soak mullein leaves in a hot vinegar/water mixture. Pack the leaves on the affected area. Garlic Eat several cloves of raw garlic daily. Mince the garlic and add it to black cherry juice for a potent remedy. Devil's claw reduces uric acid levels and is a natural cleansing agent for toxic impurities. Take 400 mg of the dried extract 3x a day for as long as desired. Useful Facts Alfalfa is a good source of minerals and other nutrients that help reduce serum uric acid. Bilberry is high in anthocyanosides and flavonoids, which are helpful in overcoming gout. Blueberries are high in anti-inflammatory compounds called anthocyanins, which help ease the pain of gout. Grapes are high in alkalinizes which lessen the acidity of uric acid and aid in its elimination from the body. Hawthorn is high in anthocyanosides and flavonoids, which are helpful in overcoming gout. Hydrangea is an anti-inflammatory. Nettle contains alkaloids which neutralize uric acid. Parsley acts as a natural diuretic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Thanks for posting these tips. Do you suffer from gout? I've heard it's very debilitating, but it seems like it's easy to correct with diet changes. Cyndi ************ My brother has gout....he's had it since his 20's. It IS very debilitating and painful. You tell people you have it and they give you strange looks, he use to say. Seems it's a very old disease and nobody thinks about it happening to anyone in modern times...much like leprosy. It hasn't been cured. It's sort of like fibromyalgia, in that you can appear to be fine one day, and have an outbreak the next day and be totally unable to do anything. It was seen and talked about alot in writings from Colonial Times....I believe Benjamin Franklin was affected with it. There are alot of drugs and treatments for it, but nothing cures it or alleviates all the symptons. My brother use to drink cherry juice alot, as he has/had no medical insurance and couldn't afford a regiment of conventional medical treatment. sluggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 It seems like it is a disease of inflammation, since all of the remedies talk about anti-inflammatory properties. there must be a lot of food triggers, no? Cyndi Sluggy <arcure RealSimple Thu, 6 Mar 2008 8:58 pm Re: [RealSimple] there is help for gout Thanks for posting these tips. Do you suffer from gout? I've heard it's very debilitating, but it seems like it's easy to correct with diet changes. Cyndi ************ My brother has gout....he's had it since his 20's. It IS very debilitating and painful. You tell people you have it and they give you strange looks, he use to say. Seems it's a very old disease and nobody thinks about it happening to anyone in modern times...much like leprosy. It hasn't been cured. It's sort of like fibromyalgia, in that you can appear to be fine one day, and have an outbreak the next day and be totally unable to do anything. It was seen and talked about alot in writings from Colonial Times....I believe Benjamin Franklin was affected with it. There are alot of drugs and treatments for it, but nothing cures it or alleviates all the symptons. My brother use to drink cherry juice alot, as he has/had no medical insurance and couldn't afford a regiment of conventional medical treatment. sluggy "Let food be your medicine"```Hippocrates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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