Gout is a disease characterized by an
abnormal metabolism of uric acid, resulting in an excess of uric acid in the
tissues and blood. People with gout either produce too much uric acid, or more
commonly, their bodies have a problem in removing it. There are a number of
possible consequences of this buildup of uric acid in the body, including acute
and chronic gouty arthritis, kidney stones, and local deposits of
uric acid (tophi) in the skin and other tissues. Gout may occur alone (primary
gout) or may be associated with other medical conditions or medications
(secondary gout)
Gouty arthritis is a common cause of a sudden
onset of a painful, hot, red, swollen joint, particularly in the foot at the
big toe. Gouty arthritis is reportedly the most common cause of inflammatory
arthritis in men over the age of 40. It is definitively diagnosed by detecting
uric acid (monosodium urate) crystals in an aspirated sample of the joint
fluid. These uric acid crystals can accumulate in the joint and tissues around
the joint over years, intermittently triggering repeated bouts of acute
inflammation. Repeated "attacks" of gouty arthritis, or "flares,"
can damage the joint and lead to chronic arthritis. Fortunately, while gout is
a progressive disease, there are effective medications to treat gout.
Home
Remedies for Gout
In ancient
and olden times, people used to cure all the diseases with home remedies. Home
remedies can do wonders, if used properly and regularly. Let’s see some of the
homemade remedies for gout pain.
1. Ginger
Ginger is a
useful remedy for people, suffering from gout. You can use ginger in many ways.
Take a raw piece of ginger root and cook it with other vegetables. You can also
add ginger root in your tea and drink it, many times a day.
Else, make a
smooth and fine paste of ginger by mixing water in it. Apply this ginger root
paste on the affected area.
2. Apple
Apple is a
proven herbal remedy for gout.Eat a fresh apple, once a day.
3. ACV
(Apple Cider Vinegar)
ACV can also
help in improving the problem of gout. Take a glass of water and mix 1
tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in it. Drink this daily.
4. Baking
Soda
Take 1
tablespoon of baking soda and mix it in a glass of water. Drink this, 4 times a
day.
Note- Avoid
this home remedy if you have a problem of high blood pressure.
5. Lemon
Juice
Take a lemon
and squeeze it. Mix half tablespoon of baking soda in it, and let it rest for a
couple of seconds. Then, add this mixture in a glass of water and drink it
right away.
Alternatively,
take a lemon, cut it into half and squeeze it. Now, mix lemon juice in a glass
of water. Drink this water, thrice a day.
6. Banana
Banana is
highly enriched with vitamin C. Eat 1-2 bananas daily. This will help to turn
the uric acid crystals into a liquid form, which will later flush out from the
body.
7. Cherry
Eat 15 to 20
cherries daily as it will help to reduce the gout pain and remove the swelling
and redness. You can also drink the juice of cherry.
8. Cold
Water
Do not apply
ice directly on the aching and swelled area. This will make your situation even
worse. If you want to apply ice, wrap it in a towel first, and then, apply it
for 10 to 15 minutes. This will help to reduce the swelling as well as the
coldness will numb the nerves, relieving from the pain for some time.
You can also
apply cold water. Take tap water and gently apply it on the affected area. This
is the good home remedy for treating gout in foot.
9. Epsom
Salt
Take 2 cups
of Epsom salt and mix it in your bath tub, filled with warm water. Now, soak
yourself in this warm water. Epsom salt will soothe the aching muscles,
reducing gout pain. Take Epsom salt bath, once or twice a week.
10.
Charcoal Powder
Make a thick
and fine paste by adding water in a half cup of charcoal powder. Now, partially
fill your bath tub with warm water. Add charcoal paste in it. Now, add more
water to the tub to fill it completely. Soak your body in charcoal water. This
bath will provide you an amazing relief. Take this bath at least thrice a week.
You can also intake activated charcoal. Be careful, it should be in small doses.
11.
Pineapple
Eat
pineapple and other fruits. Drink a glass of fresh pineapple juice. This will
help to ease the pain.
12. Water
Drink water
as much as you can. You cannot have any disease until you keep your body
hydrated.
13.
Grapes
Eat grapes
in order to gain relief from pain, caused by gout.
14.
Hydrotherapy
Soak your
body in warm water and relax. Warm water will ease the pain and soothe the
muscles.
15.
Juniper Oil
Apply
juniper oil on the affected area. Juniper oil will help to reduce the pain.
16.
Devil’s Claw
The roots of
devil’s claw can help to relieve the pain. It is an ancient herbal remedy.
Note- Avoid
this home remedy, if you have diabetes or blood related problems.
17. Elm
Leaf Tea
You can
apply elm leaf tea for instant relief.
18.
Safflower
Consume a
safflower capsule in order to heal gout pain fast. Safflower is a very useful
home remedy for gout.
19.
French Beans
Drink a
glass of fresh French beans juice, every day. Drink this juice for 1 month, and
you will notice an immense relief in gout pain.
20. Honey
Take 2
tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and add 2 tablespoons of organic honey to
it. Mix it well and take it. Repeat this, twice a day.
21.
Mustard
Mustard is
very helpful in soothing the nerves. Take mustard powder and mix it in whole
wheat powder. The proportion of mustard powder and whole wheat powder should be
equal. Make a smooth and thick paste by adding water in it. Apply this paste on
the affected area. Leave it over night. This paste will help to soothe the pain
and aching muscles.
22.
Juices
The juice of
carrot, beet root and cucumber is very beneficial for health. The juice of
these vegetables provides great relief in gout pain.
23.
Castor Oil
Take a
cotton ball and soak it in warm castor oil. Apply it on the affected area. This
is one of the best home remedies for gout pain.
