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Gout is a painful and debilitating condition involving inflammation in the joints. It starts with uric acid accumulating in the blood. Over time, deposits of uric crystals can form in the joints. The word ‘gout’ is derived from Latin meaning, gutta, “a drop.” The word also has the same meaning in French, gote. Physicians in medieval days thought gout was ...

A proper diet is extremely important during a gout attack. The patient should take a well-balanced to avoid painful gout attacks. The biggest cause behind gout is the accumulation of uric acid in our body, so a patient suffering from a painful gout attack must avoid foods which stimulate the production of uric acid. The patient suffering from a painful ...

There has been a recent explosion in the popularity of a certain genre of recipe shall we say. That being copycat recipes. What are they are why are they and why have they become so popular in recent years, particularly on the Internet? Well the definition can be sometimes a little broad but it is generally taken to mean any ...

Hemorrhoids, also referred to as piles, result from straining that is most often caused by constipation. Hemorrhoid creams and ointments can help to relieve the symptoms of burning and itching that result from inflamed hemorrhoids, but knowing what types of food cause constipation and aggravate hemorrhoids can help you to avoid the problem in the first place. Certain types of ...

I suffer terribly from airsickness. I am not frightened of flying, but as soon as we have taken off I go green and get an immense feeling of nausea. I can’t eat during a flight – whether it’s for two hours or ten. The symptoms are aggravated by watching the in-flight film or reading. I have tried travel sickness pills, ...

When trying to treat gout, there are certain foods to avoid that are known to be gout causes. First, get to know the major factors that cause gout: purines, proteins and acids. Secondly, determine which sources carry these compounds so you know what food to avoid that cause gout. Purines: Purines can either naturally occur in the body or are ...

The recommended servings of fruits and vegetables for good health according to the latest dietary guidelines is as many as thirteen servings a day. That’s a lot, most people don’t even eat three servings a day and some people eat even less. Part of the reason is people are not taking the time to purchase or prepare vegetables or fruits ...

Let’s start out with a few acid reflux statistics. According to a study, 44% of Americans have bouts of heartburn once a month. Another 14% suffer this weekly and 7% have daily occurrences. GERD (Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease) is reported as one of the most common complaints received by doctors. There is no evidence that stress actually causes the disorder, ...

If you want to know how to copycat Chipotle restaurant recipes, this article will show you how! Any of the mouth-watering meals that you pay a decent amount for can easily be made in your own home for a fraction of the cost. Here are some tips that can help you recreate your favorite dish: 1. In some cases, the ...

Having a party can be fun but it can also be a rather nerve wracking and mind-boggling endeavor if you do not know how to properly plan. Especially, when it comes to food and drinks. Here are some tips you might want to consider when you are planning a party and want to have quick ideas for what chow to ...