Gout

Gout is on the rise in the UK – find out how your lifestyle can increase your risk of developing the old-fashioned ailment making a modern comeback Written by Victoria Goldman on February 25, 2019 Reviewed by Sammy Margo on March 7, 2019 Gout may sound like a Victorian joke but it’s no laughing matter, as it can cause excruciating joint pain.1 There’s been a dramatic increase in the number...

If you’re suffering from gout, you may be able to avoid those painful flare-ups with a few simple diet changes You’re probably aware that gout is something you can get when you eat too many rich foods. (Think Victorian gentlemen enjoying fine cheese and port.)...

If you are living with gout then don’t worry, you are not alone. The UK Gout Society reports that one in 14 men and one in 35 women are affected by gout.1 What are purines? As you may know, gout is caused by an elevated...

Gout affects one in 40 of us and numbers on are on the rise. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can tackle gout, from tweaking your diet to trimming your waistline. 1. Cut out fizzy drinks Uric acid forms when the body breaks down...