Home Remedies for Gout
January 2nd, 2011 | 
Author: Gout is a type of acute inflammatory arthritis. When uric acid is in excess numbers in the blood, it will crystallize and deposit itself in tendons and joints. Uric acid is a normal product of the body, it’s just when it reaches unnatural levels, it causes gout.
Normally, uric acid crystals are flushed into the kidneys. It’s when the crystals deposit elsewhere that the condition develops. The underlying cause is called Hyperuricemia. The major cause of this condition is due to the underexcretion of uric acid, however, they are other causes as well such as diet and genetic predisposition. Statistics say that about 9-10% of people that have hyperuricemia will develop gout during some time in their life.
Gout symptoms mainly manifest themselves at night. The following are typical symptoms of gout:
Discomfort and swelling in joints.
Joints often develop a red color and are very tender.
The big toe is most commonly effected. The metatarsal-phalangeal joint at its base often manifests swelling and redness.
Who is at risk of getting gout?
To be honest, everyone is at risk but there are certainly some factors that increase the risk of developing this condition. For example, gout is often associated with obesity. Those who consume large amounts of food have a higher risk of developing gout. Also, people who consume large amounts of alcohol put themselves at a higher risk. Lack of exercise will also increase your chances. As you can see, if you don’t live a healthy lifestyle, you are much more likely to get this condition.
What are effective home remedies for gout?
The following table reviews some popular home treatment programs that have been successful for thousands of gout sufferers. They are full of home remedies and other advice to permanently rid yourself of gout. These come at small price however (still typically less that a doctor’s visit), but may be worth the investment. I’ve also listed some common home remedies below.
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The Gout Remedy Report™ was created by Joe Barton. This treatment program has been endorsed by multiple doctors. It’s an easy step by step program which includes alternative remedies, treatments and prevention techniques. Some highlights:
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Cure Gout Now™ was actually created by Lisa McDowell, the wife of a long time gout sufferer. She became fed up with the frequent doctor visits and unsuccessful treatments, that she researched gout until she came up with her own treatments, preventive measures and recipes which cured her husband. Here are some highlights:
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One of the best remedies that you can try is consumption of vitamin C. The most common food source that is recommended for gout sufferers is cherries. These can help to get rid of the built up acid crystals.
“An apple a day makes the gout go away.” Fruits can be very effective at reducing your symptoms. Other effective fruits are bananas, berries (strawberries are very good) and anything with high amounts of vitamin C.
Some dietary supplements have been known to help reduce gout. For example, safflower capsules are often used in the treatment of gout.
Drinking lots of water is a key home remedy. Even more effective is drinking water that has had lemon juice squeezed into it. Whether or not you use lemons, make sure you drink plenty of water, 7 glasses of water a day should be a minimum.
Reduce your consumption of alcohol and avoid smoking. You should know by now the harmful effects that these substances can have on your body, especially when they are not moderated.
To reduce pain associated with gout in the foot, try soaking your foot in a mixture of 1/3 cup of ground ginger and water for about half an hour. Afterwards be sure to clean the foot off completely so that the ginger won’t cause any irritation afterwards. You can also try soaking it in Epsom salts.
These are all good remedies, but in order for you to completely get rid of gout some lifestyle changes are probably in order. You’ve probably heard it a thousand times before, but here it goes once again: Eat a balanced diet with lots of fruits and veggies and try to keep your weight in check and exercise daily. Even if this just means a walk around the park, it is better than nothing. Start small and work your up, once you start seeing results you will be motivated to keep improving. It is highly recommended that you visit your doctor to diagnose the severity of your gout. However, don’t rely on just the medication to get rid of gout.
Home Remedies for Yeast Infection
Yeast infection is one of the common problems that may affect the female genitalia. Around 90 percent of women have experienced this problem at some point. Yeast infection is known in the medical world as Candidiasis. The name is derived from the bacteria responsible for the infection- the candida albicans. Candida Albicans grow in moist body parts, like the mouth and the vagina. Yeast brings discomfort as it causes an itching and burning sensation. When you have a yeast infection, urinating can become very painful. You will also have thick and white vaginal discharge. If not medicated, yeast may pose a serious threat to your health. It is imperative to cure this condition at its early stages. It is better to use safe, natural home remedies for yeast.
Yeast infection can be controlled and prevented by maintaining the right amount of acid in the vagina. When a woman becomes pregnant, her body encounters many changes. This includes changes in acidity levels. This makes pregnant women prone to yeast growth. Hormonal imbalance, even among non-pregnant women, can trigger yeast growth. Sexually active women are particularly prone to this disease. Yeast growth can be developed by repeated intercourse in a short period of time. The usual practice of using oral contraceptives in preventing pregnancy may have many side effects, depending on how the body responds. This again includes yeast infection. Natural home remedies are effective in easing away the throbbing that you feel when experiencing a yeast infection. More importantly, these natural ingredients kill the bacteria responsible for the infection.
The itching caused by this infection can be unbearable. It brings so much discomfort. To ease this, use boric acid capsules. Boric acid is also known as boracic acid and orthoboric acid. This is used as an antiseptic. To cure a yeast infection, you need to insert capsules of boric acid. This results in quick to relief from itching caused by infection.
Apple cider vinegar is good in killing bacteria. You can use this as a feminine wash. Observe how the infected area improves during the use of this home remedy. It is good to use this until the affected area completely heals. You can add garlic cloves to the apple cider vinegar to control itching.
Tea tree oil has a lot of medicinal benefits. It is even effective in healing yeast infection. You can apply this to the area as often as possible. Alternatively, you can use a tampon in using tea tree oil. Just soak the tampon in a bottle of tea tree oil. Insert the tampon. Repeat for three to four nights. This is one of the commonly used home remedies for yeast infection.
Another alternative is using a solution of Potassium Sorbate diluted in water. With a pint of water, pour in 15 grams of Potassium Sorbate. You can use this solution to wash your vaginal area. A more efficient way of applying the mixture is to use tampon. Similar to the use of tea tree oil, soak the tampon in the pint of mixture and insert it in the vagina.
Infection can be reduced by doing a salt hip bath. Epsom salt is used for killing bacteria and in relaxing the affected area. Pour a few tablespoons of epsom salt into a warm water. Use this for hipbathing.
Very tight clothing can cause discomfort. It can also affect the moisture in your private area. It is advised to use cotton panties instead of nylon. Most importantly, good hygiene is imperative. Make it a habit to wash your private area with feminine wash that is dermatologically tested to maintain the right balance. When affected by a yeast infection, resort first to natural home remedies. They are effective, easy, and safe.