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We just finished the season of feasts aplenty in celebration of the holidays. Tables everywhere were set with beef tenderloin… buttery mashed potatoes… and more desserts than you could count. It’s no wonder so many of us are back to counting calories now that January is well underway. But a thicker waistline isn’t the only problem you can suffer after holiday feasting.
If you’ve got gout, these rich holiday foods can leave you with joint pain that makes your days miserable for weeks to come. But don’t worry; there’s help. It's a natural way to end your gout pain.
Key Takeaways
- Lactobacillus salivarius, can significantly reduce gout attacks by lowering uric acid levels.
- Besides reducing gout symptoms, probiotics also contribute to lower blood pressure, weight loss, reduced abdominal fat, and improved kidney health.
- Incorporating probiotics alongside dietary changes can provide a natural, effective, and safe method to manage gout and its painful symptoms.
Gout: "The Rich Man's Disease"
Gout is often called “the rich man’s disease” because of its link to drinking alcohol and eating rich foods like beef, lamb, seafood, and sweets. These foods contain molecules called purines that cause uric acid crystals to build up in your joints. These crystals can cause severe pain and immobility in your toes and feet.
Your mainstream doctor will tell you there are only two ways to treat this miserable disease: Through your diet and by using a drug called allopurinol. Dietary changes include cutting out fats, especially saturated fats from red meat and dairy products, and limiting sugar, baked goods, alcohol, and fruit juice. The changes aren’t easy, and neither is the drug allopurinol. In some cases, side effects include worsening gout symptoms, liver problems, painful urination, and bruising.1
That’s why we want to tell you that these aren’t your only options to find relief. Mother nature has a safe and affordable remedy for gout.
Natural solution stops 66 percent of gout attacks
Mother Nature has again provided a practical solution, whereas the mainstream has failed. I’m talking about probiotics—the collection of tiny organisms in your stomach that help with digestion, immunity, and mood.
Now, research shows these helpful bacteria can also help you beat gout.
Probiotics work because they help naturally reduce uric acid levels by breaking down purines before they can form crystals. One review of four randomized control trials found that gout patients taking probiotics had lower uric acid levels.2
A randomized pilot trial of 30 gout patients showed that folks taking a probiotic supplement containing L. salivarius for six months experienced 66 percent fewer gout attacks than those taking allopurinol for the same time!
Plus, the probiotic group took significantly less pain medication and had no side effects.3 Better results than the mainstream’s default drug… without any issues. Moreover, probiotics offer many other health benefits, from better digestion to stronger immune health. You can’t beat results like these!
And there’s more good news about probiotics and gout...
In one trial, scientists prescribed probiotic supplements to gout patients for ten days, and they saw lower blood pressure, weight loss, reduced abdominal fat and waist circumference, decreased lesion size and scar tissue on the kidneys, and normal blood levels of uric acid and creatinine.4
Our takeaway
Probiotics are really a no-brainer when it comes to relieving symptoms of gout. Remember, probiotics come in many different formulations and choosing the right one for you can be tricky, especially if you're a woman. If you’re a gout sufferer, ensure that your probiotic contains L. salivarius, the strain shown in research to beat the drug allopurinol at relieving symptoms. You can also naturally increase your probiotic levels by eating more fruits and vegetables. This is a great way to increase levels of another microbe, Blastocystis, that's been linked to easier digestion and a healthier heart.
Summary:
Probiotics, especially Lactobacillus salivarius, offer a natural alternative to traditional gout treatments. They help reduce uric acid levels, significantly decrease gout attacks, and provide additional health benefits without side effects. Emphasizing probiotics in managing gout can be an effective, safe, natural solution to gout pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is gout and how is it traditionally treated?
Gout is a form of arthritis caused by uric acid crystals in the joints. Traditional treatments include dietary changes and medications like allopurinol, which may have side effects.
How do probiotics help with gout?
Probiotics help reduce uric acid levels by breaking down purines before they form crystals, reducing gout attacks and symptoms effectively.
Which probiotic strain is beneficial for gout sufferers?
Lactobacillus salivarius is shown to be particularly effective in reducing gout symptoms and attacks.
Are there any side effects of using probiotics for gout?
Probiotics typically have no side effects and can provide additional health benefits, unlike some traditional gout medications.
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