Processed foods could set off painful gout attacks in 'minutes' - what to avoid or limit
High fructose corn syrup found in various processed foods could increase the levels of uric acid in your body, spurring on sharp, needle-like crystals in the joints. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 20, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The ‘superfood’ linked to a build-up of acid crystals in the joints - 'Keep to a minimum’
Gout has traditionally been labelled a rich man's disease due to its association with meat, but even seemingly healthy foods can trigger the condition. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 16, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The drink that may trigger a ‘painful’ build-up of crystals in the joints ‘within minutes’
Scientists believe certain components of the Western diet may be responsible for the ever-growing prevalence of gout. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 8, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Here ’s an Alternative to Statins for Lowering Cholesterol
Statins have revolutionized heart disease by lowering cholesterol effectively—by up to 50% or more. But anywhere from 7% to 29% of people who take them may be more susceptible to its side effects, which include weakening of muscles and pain, and decide they can’t tolerate them. In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, for example, researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital reported that more than 20% of patients seen at the hospital from 2000 to 2018 who were recommended to take statins refused to take them, and those who refused took three times as long to lower their LDL cholesterol to target ...
Source: TIME: Health - March 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Alice Park Tags: Uncategorized healthscienceclimate heart health Source Type: news
History of Gout Tied to Risk for BPPV, Meniere Disease
FRIDAY, Feb. 24, 2023 -- A history of gout is associated with an increased risk for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and Meniere disease, according to a study published online Dec. 26 in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.
Hyo Geun Choi,... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - February 24, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
The exotic fruit shown to protect against vision loss - ‘Nourishes’ the cornea
Studies have also shown the fruit to be full of antioxidants able to prevent inflammatory diseases such as gout and arthritis. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 21, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
'Cold water immersion' shown to ease several symptoms linked to arthritic gout attacks
Submerging gouty joints in cold water could be key to offsetting painful flare-ups, studies have shown. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 16, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
'Avoid' three meat types high in purines that could cause painful joint crystals - expert
If you have gout, you might want to avoid the meat aisle the next time you're doing your shopping. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 14, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Foods to avoid if you are susceptible to painful gout attacks in your big toe
In an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk, rheumatologist Dr Theodore Fields shares his expertise on gout. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 14, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The drink to prevent a painful crystal build-up in the joints - staves off 'gout attacks'
Inflammatory dietary and lifestyle factors are important triggers for painful gout attacks. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 11, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
In Families With Gout, Obesity and Alcohol Add to Personal Risk In Families With Gout, Obesity and Alcohol Add to Personal Risk
Genetic makeup is the key driver for the increased risk of gout found in families with a history of the disease. This risk is increased in people who are also heavy drinkers or have overweight/obesity.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - February 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news
Two blood pressure drugs may cause sharp crystals to fuse in the joints - gout attack risk
Treatment with the two drugs could spell trouble for individuals at risk of arthritis, research suggests. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Improvements With Pegloticase Plus MTX in Uncontrolled Gout Improvements With Pegloticase Plus MTX in Uncontrolled Gout
Learn more about the benefits of pegloticase used in combination with methotrexate for the treatment of uncontrolled gout.Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - January 31, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology Journal Article Source Type: news
People who suffer gout attacks frequently report eating same three foods ‘days before’
Chemicals in these foods contribute to the build-up of needle-like crystals in the joints. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - January 30, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Novel Gout Drug Passes Mid-Stage Test
(MedPage Today) -- An investigational non-purine xanthine oxidase inhibitor for gout treatment, called tigulixostat, appeared effective enough in a phase II trial that a pivotal study is now getting underway.
Depending on the dose, 45% to 62... (Source: MedPage Today Rheumatology)
Source: MedPage Today Rheumatology - January 20, 2023 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: news
