Overview
Dr. Axe discusses the causes of gout and outlines dietary changes and six key home remedies aimed at quickly relieving gout symptoms.
Causes and Dietary Contributors to Gout
- Uric acid buildup is the primary cause of gout.
- Excess sugar, grains, and processed meats contribute significantly to gout.
- Alcohol consumption should be avoided due to its negative impact on gout.
- Processed meats introduce acidity, hormones, and antibiotics, worsening gout symptoms.
Recommended Gout Diet
- Emphasize consumption of vegetables, fruits, and organic meats.
- Include bone broth and chicken vegetable soup as helpful dietary options.
Top Six Home Remedies for Gout
- Celery seed extract or celery juice helps decrease uric acid buildup.
- Black cherry juice or cherry juice extract reduces inflammation and uric acid.
- Stinging nettles (as tea or supplement) serve as a potent anti-inflammatory.
- Fish oil, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, reduces inflammation over time.
- Proteolytic enzymes like bromelain (found in pineapple core) lower uric acid and inflammation.
- Magnesium supplementation, an alkaline mineral, decreases uric acid formation.
Most Effective Remedies
- Using just celery seed extract and black cherry juice can provide very rapid relief from gout symptoms.
Recommendations / Advice
- Eliminate high-sugar foods, grains, processed meats, and alcohol from the diet.
- Incorporate more vegetables, fruits, and natural remedies.
- For immediate relief, prioritize celery seed extract and black cherry juice.