The health topic for this week will be on gout. Gout happens when uric acid levels become elevated and collect in one or more joints in the form of sharp uric acid crystals. These sharp crystals stab the soft tissues around the joints causing pain, swelling and inflammation. The immune system sends white blood cells, which are ripped open by the sharp uric acid crystals. This causes even greater pain and inflammation. Swelling and joint pain often occur at the big toe, wrist, ankles and knees. Gout can be caused due to a high consumption of foods like sardines, red beef, apples, alcohol, beans, salmon, liver and chicken. Remember moderation is key to everything that we eat.
There are some natural remedies that can cure this health concern. The natural remedy called Uricel is one of the best products on the market for gout. Uricel has no side effects and contains all natural ingredients. These ingredients are tart cherry, celery seed, turmeric, yucca root, devils claw and chanca piedra. Information about Uricel can be found online at www.natural-gout-treatment.org.