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How Do You Prevent Getting Gout?
I have a question regarding nutrition and gout. As a fitness model and body builder I am very mindful of diet. Protein is a priority in my meal planning . Many high quality protein sources are notable gout triggers. I also supliment with creatine and branch chain amino acids that are problematic yet effective. What can be done to save my career and lifestyle preventing future gout attacks?
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
Hi,
Usually, after the first gout attack, the condition can affect people very differently:
1. Some people will go for months or even years without having another gout attack—or they may never have another one again.
2. Other people will begin to experience flare-ups regularly. Eventually, they can become frequent and long-lasting. Chronic gout develops and permanent joint damage is possible.
Prevention:
1. Adjust food:
Limit foods that contain a high level of a substance called purines. These include meat, particularly game meats like venison or organ meats like liver, seafood, lentils and dried beans. Certain vegetables such as asparagus, spinach, mushrooms, and green peas.
2. Swap beer for water. Alcohol contains a lot of purines, particularly beer, so limit your alcohol consumption.
3. Maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight is a risk factor for gout, so getting to a healthy weight can decrease the risk of a flare-up.
Exercise regularly, use green leafy vegetables. Still, have queries please feel free to ask.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Usually, after the first gout attack, the condition can affect people very differently:
1. Some people will go for months or even years without having another gout attack—or they may never have another one again.
2. Other people will begin to experience flare-ups regularly. Eventually, they can become frequent and long-lasting. Chronic gout develops and permanent joint damage is possible.
Prevention:
1. Adjust food:
Limit foods that contain a high level of a substance called purines. These include meat, particularly game meats like venison or organ meats like liver, seafood, lentils and dried beans. Certain vegetables such as asparagus, spinach, mushrooms, and green peas.
2. Swap beer for water. Alcohol contains a lot of purines, particularly beer, so limit your alcohol consumption.
3. Maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight is a risk factor for gout, so getting to a healthy weight can decrease the risk of a flare-up.
Exercise regularly, use green leafy vegetables. Still, have queries please feel free to ask.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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