- The University Hospital of Zurich in Switzerland discovered that the extract of Devil’s Claw had measurable anti-inflammatory properties.
- Fifteen flavonoids were found to reduce uric acid in the body through various mechanisms, two of which are kaempferol and quercetin and found in parsley. It also contains apigenin which inhibits the xanthine oxidase enzyme thought to be the authority over converting purines into uric acid.
- Properties in flaxseed reduced serum uric acid of subjects during a laboratory test at the Federal Fluminense University.
- Curcumin, found in Turmeric, was proven to play a major role in renal protection and demonstrated effective anti-inflammatory actions.
- Bromelain, derived from pineapples, displayed both anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in clinical trials.
- Cherries, berries, and grapes contain proanthocyanidins and anthocyanidins, or polyphenols, which were found to be effective anti-inflammatories by the Lanzhou Medical College.
Bottom Line
During attacks of gout it is recommended that patients rest the afflicted area and soak it in Epson salts at least 3 times each week to reduce inflammation as well as pain.
In addition, cold and hot compresses help to relieve pain as well as swelling. These should be applied for approximately 15 minutes each in alternating sessions of about 2 to 3 hours.
It is important to seek professional medical advice in the face of any suspected health condition.
