For centuries, gout was called the “disease of kings” because it was associated with eating rich foods like meat and fish and consuming lots of alcohol. Gout is no longer a disease only affecting ...

October 2, 2012 — New gout guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology are meant to improve gout management by providing clinicians with clear, readily implemented guidance on urate-lowering ...

Diverse diets that consist of grains, dairy, fruits and vegetables may reduce risk for gout, even among individuals with high genetic risk, according to data published in Arthritis Care & ...

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet emphasizes portion size, eating a variety of foods, and reducing sodium intake, while increasing potassium, calcium, and magnesium. While the ...

A Mediterranean-inspired plant-based diet improved self-reported measures of gout as well as uric acid levels, a pilot study has found. Some foods are considered to be proinflammatory and generally ...

Gout is a painful form of arthritis caused by high uric acid levels that form sharp crystals in the joints, leading to swelling, stiffness, and intense discomfort. While genetics and medical ...

Dear Doctor: I've had gout three times in the last three years. I was prescribed Colcrys and indomethacin, but I'm finding confusing information about foods and beverages. One site told me to avoid ...

A new study finds that TikTok videos about gout frequently spread confusing or inaccurate advice. Most clips focus on diet ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Although the DASH diet can lower gout risk in women regardless of genetics, nonadherence can result in a greater ...

As our bodies break down the food and drink that we consume, a waste product known as uric acid is formed. This product is generally eliminated from the body when we urinate, but in some cases, too ...

Adherence to a healthy plant-based diet is associated with a lower risk for gout, while consumption of certain foods such as fruit juices and sugar-sweetened beverages may increase the risk. Adherence ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach • I have gout in my big toes. Does uric acid cause gout? Also, I read that gout is caused by red meat and seafood.