You probably already know gout is caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood. However, did you know that four stages of gout exist and each stage has very unique characteristics of this painful infliction? Stage #1: Higher levels of uric acid begin to form. This first stage is called Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia. In this stage, you will probably not feel any symptoms. Catching the gout...

Finding a gout free diet may be simpler than you first think and it may surprise you to know that are a surprising number of additional benefits that can be had. Having excess uric acid in the blood stream causes gout. When it reaches saturation point, the uric acid crystallizes and deposits itself into the spaces between joints and the soft tissue that surrounds them. These crystals cause...

There has always been a battle between myths and facts when it came to gout. This battle has been fought over the cause and treatments of the gout. Some said that your gout can only be treated with medications and gout is caused mainly by your poor diet, whereas others strongly believed otherwise. The fact is that there are many steps that one can take to relieve his/ her gout symptoms and diet...

Just about anyone who suffers from gout knows that they should be drinking a lot of water every day. I will come on to why in a moment but first, for any gout sufferer who does not know the basics, here they are. A natural gout remedy, as with all gout treatments, requires the reduction of uric acid levels. The normal clinical target is a serum (blood) level of 6 mg/dL for men, less for...

Since thousands of years ago, the natives of south and southeastern Africa have known a little something about medicinally treating inflammation. Named for the appearance of the fruit of its root, Devil's Claw (also referred to as Cat's Claw) is recognized by its hook-like protrusions on pods of the plant. Extract of Devil's Claw root made its way...