Arthritis is a wide term for more than 100 types of bone or joint pains. The pain related to arthritis can be mild to severe, with further symptoms such as swelling, stiffness and reduced motion range depending on the type of arthritis you are having. Gout is a type of arthritis that becoming increasingly common these days among people of old age. While the causes of Gout is similar to osteoarthritis, Gout is caused by high uric acid buildup in the blood. The problem increases when the Uric acid gets stored in joints and cause inflammation, pain and discomfort. Home Remedy of the Week: Best Natural Medicines for Preventing and Treating Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

While you are always advised meet a professional and get on the expert treatment, a few natural remedies can also help relieve the symptoms of gout. Here are a few natural remedies that have known to help people having gout.

Foods Rich in Magnesium

Magnesium is an essential dietary mineral that your body needs. A deficiency in magnesium is known to be a significant cause behind the chronic inflammation in the body. Moreover, studies have proven that an appropriate amount of magnesium can also help lower the levels of uric acid to a healthy level.

Celery

Celery seeds or celery is known to have anti-inflammatory effects on the body and is also known to be a popular home remedy for gout. Including celery in the diet in form of sticks, extracts, supplements, juice etc. may be of good help.

Ginger

Ginger is anyway known to be a great food to help decrease any kind of inflammation in the body, and this culinary food and herb are also known for its ability to help relieve gout. Studies conclude that topically applying ginger can help reduce pain related to uric acid in gout cases. Moreover, Ginger is also known to reduce high levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia) and their serum uric acid level.

Hibiscus

The beautiful Hibiscus is known to have excellent health benefits as well. Consumed in forms of food and tea as well this garden flower serves as a great herbal remedy to help treat gout. Hibiscus has also been known to maintain lower uric acid levels.

Cold or hot packs

Treating the inflamed area with hot and cold packs or simply immersing your feet in hot or cold water can also help relieve gout. Sometimes an alternate hot and cold application may also help.

Epsom salt baths

Epsom salt baths have gained immense popularity in recent times. While Epsom salt baths have been known to have many health benefits, it can also help relieve gout and prevent gout attacks. Magnesium from Epsom salt can can’t be absorbed through the skin via an Epsom salt bath, and in turn, help ease inflammation.

Home remedies may not provide you with the "cure" for any health issues, but they do act as therapies that can help you heal apart from the primary treatment.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

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