Gout

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Gout is one of the common type of arthritis. It is refers to the deposition of uric acid crystals around joints caused by the disturbance in protein metabolism. The uric acid should be excreted in the urine but sometimes this elimination does not occur and crystals can form. The fingers, and toes are the most likely joints to be affected.


Symptoms

• Severe pain in the joints
• Red, hot, shiny and swollen joints
• Fever
• Less flexibility
• Less urine with strong smell

Causes

• Genetic predisposition
• High alcohol consumption
• Diet high in purine foods, such as seafood, meat and organ meat
• Insufficient water intake
• Insufficient fiber,fresh fruit and vegetables
• Obesity
• Crash dieting
• Abnormal kidney function
• Hypertension

Action plans

• Drink at least 2-2.5 L of water daily to eliminate uric acid through the kidneys and bladder.
• Apply an ice pack with a towel on the joint. Do not apply directly to your skin without a towel as this could damage skin.
• Eat fresh pineapple as it contained enzyme bromelain with the anti-inflammatory effect.
• Avoid the intake of yeast product, alcohol, fried foods, high salt, anchovies,sardine, mussels, mushroom, chilies and tobacco.
• Take green supplement such as Cryptomonadales 
• Take fish oils supplement as their essential fat can help to reduce inflammation.
• Keep a moderate exercise daily by starting with walking and build up gradually.
• Lose weight slowly if overweight.