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8 Natural Ways to Treat Gout, So It Doesn't Easily Recur

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Kapanlagi.com - Gout disease often haunts Indonesian society due to the high number of patients with this disease. This disease, which is characterized by unbearable pain, swelling, and heat in the joint area, often makes sufferers feel disturbed and difficult to carry out daily activities. Therefore, treating gout is a widely sought-after solution.

In normal conditions, uric acid dissolves in the blood and is excreted through urine. However, in certain conditions, the body can produce excessive uric acid, which can cause accumulation. The accumulation of uric acid in the body can be caused by various factors such as diet, obesity, genetics, and stress. It is this accumulation in the blood that makes the joints feel painful.

Gout is often characterized by symptoms such as sudden pain in the joint area, softening and bruising of the joints that feel warm when touched, stiffness in the joints, smooth and reddish texture of the skin on the joints, and dry and peeling skin condition.

Dealing with gout usually involves medical treatment. However, sometimes a person can use natural methods that are safe for the body to alleviate symptoms. Here are ways to treat gout so that it doesn't easily recur.

 

 

1. Lemon Juice

Who would have thought that this refreshing lemon juice can help treat gout. Lemon juice can help eliminate uric acid waste. Lemons contain citric acid which can slowly eliminate uric acid. The vitamin C content in lemons also helps reduce uric acid levels in the blood. In addition to making lemon juice, you can also make infused water by adding slices of lemon. It is recommended to consume it every day.

2. Berry Fruits

The next way to treat gout is by regularly consuming berry fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries. These types of berries are known for their high antioxidant content. Research from the University of Maryland found that berry fruits are the right choice for natural gout medication. This is because the anthocyanins in them can reduce inflammation.

3. Ginger

This spice is believed to be a way to treat gout. You can turn ginger into a healthy drink by boiling water, then prepare 2 teaspoons of ginger and add it to the water and boil until boiling. Consume 3 glasses every day.

In addition to drinking, ginger can also be applied to the affected area of the body. The method is quite easy, compress or apply ginger with warm water and soak a washcloth. When it's cold, apply the washcloth to the painful area of the body. Apply at least once a day for 15 to 30 minutes.

4. Celery

Celery is a leafy vegetable and medicinal plant commonly used as a seasoning. However, celery is believed to help treat gout. Boiled celery water containing apiin and apigenin is believed to naturally reduce uric acid levels without causing side effects. Additionally, you can also turn celery into juice.

5. Apple

Another way to treat gout is by regularly consuming apples. This is because apples contain malic acid that can lower uric acid levels. By consuming one apple a day, it will help reduce the risk of gout symptoms and slow down joint damage.

6. Apple Cider Vinegar

In addition to the fruit, apple cider vinegar has long been known as a natural ingredient that holds a lot of benefits. Apple cider vinegar can also be used to treat uric acid and rheumatism. This is because the acid content of apple cider vinegar will help reduce acute pain.

It is even better when added with honey, as honey has anti-inflammatory properties that can fight inflammation. You can mix 1 teaspoon of raw apple cider vinegar with a glass of water, then add a little honey. Drink this solution 2-3 times a day until the joints improve.

7. Fiber-Rich Foods

Fiber-rich foods are also very good to consume to help reduce uric acid. High-fiber foods can absorb uric acid from the bloodstream, then eliminate its excess waste through digestion and kidneys. Choose foods like cucumber, carrots, broccoli, which you can include in your daily menu.

 

8. Banana

Bananas indeed have a lot of benefits that you need to know. This yellow fruit can actually treat gout due to its high potassium content. This potassium intake can convert uric acid crystals that are deposited in the joints into liquid, which will then be excreted by the body through urine. Consume 1 to 2 bananas every day for maximum results.

Those are some natural ways that you can try to overcome gout. You need to know that stress can trigger an increase in uric acid levels. Therefore, it is very important to maintain mood condition in order to avoid stress. Hopefully, it is beneficial.

(kpl/dtm)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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