The Importance of Gout Diets

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Gout is a type of arthritis that causes recurrent joint pain, inflammation and swelling. Although the symptoms of gout are usually perceived in the lower regions of the body (big toe, heels, ankles, knees), they can occur in regions of the upper body as well (shoulders, elbows, wrists and fingers). Statistics indicate that gout affects around 3.5 million people in the United States. Gout is commonly seen in people with ages over 50, rarely affecting young adults and children. Although gout can occur in both genders, the disease has the highest incidence in men.

The main cause of gout is the accumulation and deposition of uric crystals at the level of the joints and adjacent soft tissues. Uric acid is a waste product that results from purine metabolism. Most cases of gout occur due to under-excretion of uric acid on the premises of kidney dysfunctions. However, the intake of purine-rich foods greatly contributes to the development of gout as well. Thus, food regimens considerably influence the occurrence and the progression of the disease.

Corroborated with an appropriate medical treatment, a healthy diet can reverse the undesirable effects of gout, also...

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