Question by punkybrewster2008: What is the best way for an elderly person to control gout and still enjoy eating the foods he wants?

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Answer by get_inked_n_pierced
take medications especially used to treat gout.

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Question by faasulu: Can any one tell me how you can control gout attacks from eating what type of food or what to stay away from?
what type of food causes you to have a gout attack?

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Answer by draper159
Blueberrys can stop a gout outbreak. I read it one time and my father in law has gout. If you like anything with blueberrys eat it.

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Foods To Avoid To Keep Gout Under Control. How To Cure Gout Permanently Once For All

Foods to Avoid to Keep Gout Under Control. How to Cure Gout Permanently Once for All

In order to keep gout under control, definitely one has to avoid foods that are rich in proteins and purines especially sea foods.

The cause of gout is a high blood level of uric acids which is a waste product. The waste product is a breakdown of purines which are substances naturally found in your body. Purines are also found in several types of food.

The treatment of gout, in times past, included very strict dietary regiments but because of medications that are used to combat gout the regiments are not as harsh as they once were. 

There still are some recommended dietary modifications though as they can greatly help your chances of avoiding gout flare-ups. Many medications for gout cause many, potentially serious, side effects so dietary modifications can be a better option than the medications.

Some of the foods that are high in purines and should be avoided are liver, brain, kidney, sweetbread, anchovies, peas, beans, mackerel, mincemeat, scallops, muscles, and herring in order to keep gout under control. Other foods such as poultry, meat, and fish have lesser amounts of purines so it is suggested that they be eaten in moderation. 

Other ways that you can lower the risk of gout naturally are: 

Avoiding alcohol altogether or only drinking it in moderation, perhaps saving yourself for special occasions only. Drinking a lot of alcohol increases the risk of hyperuricemia, as the alcohol gets in the way of the natural removal of uric acids from the body. If you have gout and especially if you are having a gout attack alcohol should be avoided completely.
Make sure to drink plenty of fluids to flush the system of uric acids. Aim for around 2 liters of water a day, more if you are exercising or have a physical job.
Try to maintain a healthy weight. The more excess weight you are holding the more stress is then put on your joints increasing the possibility of gout.
Try to lose excess weight but do not do so by rapid weight loss diets as they can increase uric acid levels in the blood. In weight loss also avoid low-carb diets as they are high in fat and protein. Consuming too much of these types of foods can increase your chances of developing hyperuricemia. 

Foods that are low in purines will help in keeping gout at bay. Below is a list of foods which are low in purines. 

Breakfast – Cereals and breads, coffee, tea, oatmeal, eggs, fruits, juices, cheese (low fat), milk, and peanut butter.
Lunch – Nuts and peanut butter, pasta macaroni, soups, cream style soups, cheeses (low fat) and  broths
Dinner – Pasta, macaroni, eggs, vegetables, breads and cereals, low-fat cheeses and soups.

Other foods and food items low in purines are gelatin, fats and oils (in small amounts), soda, sugar, syrups, and other sweets in moderation. 

As with anything, moderation is the key to a low purine diet. Some foods which have a moderate purine level are: beef, lamb, pork, vegetables such as mushrooms, asparagus, cauliflower, spinach, wheat germ, all types of yeast and gravies.

It is ok to have these foods as long is it is in moderation. Even foods that are high in purines can be eaten occasionally unless you have gout or are having an attack of gout.

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Question by Jen: HELP. Gout: WHAT IS the homeostatic control mechanism that is imbalanced and why it is imbalanced?
For my paper, gout can be an example of homeostatic (human) imbalance. (I have most of the paper done but I have two parts I need help with.)

-1. For this condition, what is the homeostatic control mechanism that is imbalanced and why it is imbalanced?

-2. Is negative/positive feedback involved? If so, how?

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Answer by ScottD
It’s usually caused by hyperuricemia. This is an increase in the production of uric acid in the blood. So, you need to look at some of the causes of that to see why it’s imbalanced (i.e. what homeostatic control is off). Hypertension could be a common cause of this. Diabetes and renal insufficiency could be another potential cause.

These could be caused by lifestyle or genetics.

I’m pretty sure this would be considered positive feedback because it is similar or like an inflammatory response because gout can be presented as red, hot, and swollen. In positive feedback systems, something is usually amplified.

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Gout is a disease that affects body joints, especially the ones from the extremities. Gout means a high production of uric acid that can not be eliminated. Uric acid is a waste product of the body that occurs when certain types of foods are eaten. With the help of the kidneys the body eliminates the uric acid. Though, the surplus that can not be eliminated will deposit in joints or soft tissues. That explains why the most affected parts of the body are the joints, particularly the big toe, the feet, the ankles, the arms and hands.

Since the ancient times gout was considered as a disease caused by diets. Gout is the result of excessive consumption of foods and alcohol, and may occur if high purine foods are eaten regularly. Alcohol drank regularly may also lead to gout. Usually men around 40 catch this disease. They represent a high percentage of the patients. Women are not at risk such as men. In most of the cases women develop gout at menopause, around the age of 50.

Nowadays we have the certitude that gout is a disease that is strictly connected to several factors such as diet, alcohol intake or high doses of medication.

For avoiding gout, people should limit the intake of foods high in purine because purine creates uric acid. Most of the foods of animal origin contain purine. These foods are not restricted but a moderate consumption is recommended. Also recommended are the vegetables especially those with apigenin but other flavonoids too. Apigenin is found in vegetables like parsley, thyme and peppermint. Because of the chemicals they contain, black berries are also recommended for people with gout.

Years ago specialists believed that high purine vegetables such as peas, spinach, mushrooms or asparagus affect the human body and may lead to gout. Now our specialists know that these vegetables are unable to increase the risk of gout.

It is recommended for patients to be informed about the diet that they should follow in order to control gout. They should know that the source of body protein should not be meats as before and they should rely on low-fat diary products and soy. They should also give up consuming high fat products and should figure out a way to replace them. Beer should be avoided because is the main cause of developing gout. Patients with gout also need to stay hydrated so at least 8 cups of fluid a day is necessary.

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The disease of royalty is what gout was once referred to. Gout is a condition that is linked to eating foods that are high in purines and consuming alcohol in abundance. There are many different methods used for treating gout sufferers. Some people are prescribed medication, some people use a dietary modification and others seek a non-prescription gout treatment for their symptoms. Many people prefer not to take medication for their gout because of the possible side effects from medication. The underlying reason for not wanting to take medication does not really matter. All that matters is you need to find a treatment that you are comfortable with and is going to work for your condition. Try a few of these techniques and tips for naturally treating your got without prescription medication:* Exercise is a great way for a person to keep their range of motion. The more you are able to move your joints freely the less likely the uric acid will crystallize and deposit on those joints. It is believed that exercising regularly will also nourish the joints as well as increase the strength of the muscles. *? Use good old Grandma?s theory. ?If it hurts, ice it!? Apply ice in intervals when you begin to feel discomfort in the joint. The ice will reduce the swelling and should limit the discomfort. Leave the ice on for up to 15 minutes and then take it off. You can repeat this every thirty minutes until you can tolerate the pain. *? Increase the water you drink daily to about 10 8 ounce glasses a day. *? Watch what you eat. You should avoid eating foods that are high in purines and you should also stay away from processed foods. * Try eating cherries, blueberries and strawberries daily. They are all thought to be able to alleviate the pain caused from an attack with gout. *? You can also try eating grapes on a daily basis to lower the levels of acid and also assist in the elimination of the uric acid from the body. Finding the right non-prescription gout treatment for you might take a little time. For many gout sufferers it is a trial and error process. However, if you are adamant about not taking prescription medications you should find an alternative treatment that will work for you.

I know the drugs used to cure accute attack and to lower uric acid, but I really need to know the food that must be avoided since there are many versions (about the food). What is the suggested diet for gout patients.