Addressing Gout Naturally

[Guest guest]

Addressing Gout Naturally!

Dr. Cichoke has written a very clear and

concise article explaining why gout develops and the recommended nutritional

support and supplements needed to help reverse natually.

Gout is a metabolic disorder caused by excessively high levels of uric acid in

the blood due to either excessive production in the body or decreased elimination

by the kidneys. The uric acid then deposits in the joints and sometimes the

kidneys and other organs, It most commonly affects the big toe (a condition

called podagra) but may also affect the ankles,

insteps, knees, wrists, elbows, and the cartilage in the ears....A diet rich in

fats, overindulgence in alcohol or food, and emotional stress can all trigger

an attack of gout. Other triggers include minor trauma, surgery, fatigue, a

penicillin injection, illness, and renal insufficiency. Risk for gout also

increases with the presence of thyroid disorders, diabetes, kidney disorders, hyperlipidemia, anemia, vascular disorders, and

hypertension.

Enzyme Therapy

Systemic enzyme therapy is used to decrease pain, swelling and

inflammation and to stimulate the immune system.  Enzymes (http://tinyurl.com/mkwo)

improve circulation, help speed tissue repair, bring nutrients to the damaged

area, remove waste products, enhance wellness, and build general resistance.

Digestive enzyme therapy is used to improve digestion of food, reduce stress on

the gastrointestinal mucosa, helps maintain normal pH levels, detoxify the

body, promote the growth of healthy intestinal flora, and strengthen the body

as a whole. Digestive enzymes also serve as replacements for the body’s

pancreatic enzymes, leaving the pancreatic enzymes free to perform other

functions in the body, such as decreasing inflammation. (p. 239)

Topical enzyme skin salves and creams are used to penetrate the superficial

layers of the skin and decrease pain, swelling and inflammation. Papain and bromelain are helpful,

particularly in combinations with other plant-based enzymes and cayenne powder.

The following are also recommended supplements by Dr. Cichoke:

• Superoxide Dismutase and catalase preferably

micro-blended with whole foods such as red and blue green algae (http://tinyurl.com/6vxtu).

• Acidophilus and other types of probiotics to improve digestion and

stimulate enzyme activity (http://tinyurl.com/24ajq,

http://tinyurl.com/26rur, and http://tinyurl.com/6gzqa).

• Coenzyme Q10 of at least 120 mg a day. A potent antioxidant is always

good to use when attempting to decrease inflammation (http://tinyurl.com/f1f7).

• Essential fatty acids from flax seeds or wild-crafted blue green algae

to help strengthen cell membranes (http://tinyurl.com/g1iz

and http://tinyurl.com/iw4k).

• Fresh, enzyme-rich fruits and vegetables (particularly green

vegetables) should comprise over 60 percent of the diet. They help increase the

body’s excretion rate of uric acid. Be sure to include pineapples,

papayas, figs, and sprouting seeds. If your body cannot tolerate raw fruits and

vegetables, increase your intake of digestive enzymes, or sauté or steam your

produce lightly.

• Cherries, grapes and pineapples stimulate antioxidant activity, enzyme

activity, and immune function.

• Absolutely avoid alcohol, which can aggravate gout.

• Decrease your protein intake.

• A high intake of water and other fluids is important in the

treatment of gout. Drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses per day.

• Gout therapy may include pressure point therapy, massage, acupressure

and alternating ice and warm moist packs.

References:

Dr. Cickoke. (1999). The

Complete Book of Enzyme Therapy. New York: Avery Publishing Group.

[Guest guest]

Thank you to everyone who has answered my question about gout.

I did forget to mention that my friend is diabetic.

He also owns a book store that is small, but he will order almost any

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couple months ago, So I'm sure there is lots of stress for him.

Again, a huge "thank you"!

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Carol Minnick wrote:

Addressing Gout Naturally!

Dr. Cichoke has written a very

clear and

concise article explaining why gout develops and the recommended

nutritional

support and supplements needed to help reverse natually.

Gout is a metabolic disorder caused by excessively high levels of uric

acid in

the blood due to either excessive production in the body or decreased

elimination

by the kidneys. The uric acid then deposits in the joints and sometimes

the

kidneys and other organs, It most commonly affects the big toe (a

condition

called podagra) but may also affect the

ankles,

insteps, knees, wrists, elbows, and the cartilage in the ears....A diet

rich in

fats, overindulgence in alcohol or food, and emotional stress can all

trigger

an attack of gout. Other triggers include minor trauma, surgery,

fatigue, a

penicillin injection, illness, and renal insufficiency. Risk for gout

also

increases with the presence of thyroid disorders, diabetes, kidney

disorders, hyperlipidemia, anemia,

vascular disorders, and

hypertension.

Enzyme Therapy

Systemic enzyme therapy is used to decrease pain, swelling

and

inflammation and to stimulate the immune system. Enzymes

(http://tinyurl.com/mkwo)

improve circulation, help speed tissue repair, bring nutrients to the

damaged

area, remove waste products, enhance wellness, and build general

resistance.

Digestive enzyme therapy is used to improve digestion of food, reduce

stress on

the gastrointestinal mucosa, helps maintain normal pH levels, detoxify

the

body, promote the growth of healthy intestinal flora, and strengthen

the body

as a whole. Digestive enzymes also serve as replacements for the body’s

pancreatic enzymes, leaving the pancreatic enzymes free to perform

other

functions in the body, such as decreasing inflammation. (p. 239)

Topical enzyme skin salves and creams are used to penetrate the

superficial

layers of the skin and decrease pain, swelling and inflammation. Papain and bromelain

are helpful,

particularly in combinations with other plant-based enzymes and cayenne

powder.

The following are also recommended supplements by Dr. Cichoke:

• Superoxide Dismutase and catalase

preferably

micro-blended with whole foods such as red and blue green algae (http://tinyurl.com/6vxtu).

• Acidophilus and other types of probiotics to improve digestion and

stimulate enzyme activity (http://tinyurl.com/24ajq,

http://tinyurl.com/26rur,

and http://tinyurl.com/6gzqa).

• Coenzyme Q10 of at least 120 mg a day. A potent antioxidant is always

good to use when attempting to decrease inflammation (http://tinyurl.com/f1f7).

• Essential fatty acids from flax seeds or wild-crafted blue green

algae

to help strengthen cell membranes (http://tinyurl.com/g1iz

and http://tinyurl.com/iw4k).

• Fresh, enzyme-rich fruits and vegetables (particularly green

vegetables) should comprise over 60 percent of the diet. They help

increase the

body’s excretion rate of uric acid. Be sure to include pineapples,

papayas, figs, and sprouting seeds. If your body cannot tolerate raw

fruits and

vegetables, increase your intake of digestive enzymes, or sauté or

steam your

produce lightly.

• Cherries, grapes and pineapples stimulate antioxidant activity,

enzyme

activity, and immune function.

• Absolutely avoid alcohol, which can aggravate gout.

• Decrease your protein intake.

• A high intake of water and other fluids is

important in the

treatment of gout. Drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses per day.

• Gout therapy may include pressure point therapy, massage, acupressure

and alternating ice and warm moist packs.

References:

Dr. Cickoke. (1999). The

Complete Book of Enzyme Therapy. New York: Avery Publishing Group.