What Causes Gout?

Condition analysis:
A number of risk factors are associated with hyperuricemia and gout pain. They include:

Genetics. Many people with gout have a family history of the disease. Estimates range from 20 to 80 percent.

Gender and age. Gout is more common in men than in women and more common in adults than in children.

Weight. Being overweight increases the risk of developing hyperuricemia and gout, because there’s more tissue available for turnover or breakdown, which leads to excess uric acid production.

Alcohol consumption. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to hyperuricemia, because alcohol interferes with the removal of uric acid from the body.

Diet. Eating too many foods that are rich in purines can cause or aggravate gout in some people.

Lead exposure. In some cases, exposure to lead in the environment can cause gout.

Instructions:
Hydrate – Drink plenty of water. This will help flush out the excess uric acid.

Reduce alcohol consumption – Alcohol dehydrates the body and could raise uric acid levels in the blood.

Have some bromelain – Try some bromelain, a compound that can be found in pineapples or in a supplement form. The enzymes within are frequently recommended for people with gout and have even been shown to have anti-cancer properties.

Beet juice – Beet juice can help prevent acidosis and stimulates the liver to cleanse bile ducts.

Up your vitamin C intake – Evidence exists showing that increased vitamin C can reduce uric acid. Get it from food or from rose hips if you choose a supplement.