Scribd Logo
Upload

Welcome to Scribd!

  • 7 views

    Gout Phamplets

    Uploaded by

    P C Violet
    …

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Gout Phamplets

    Uploaded by

    P C Violet
    7 views1 page
    …

    Copyright

    © © All Rights Reserved

    Available Formats

    PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Did you find this document useful?

    Is this content inappropriate?

    …

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pdf or txt
    7 views1 page

    Gout Phamplets

    Uploaded by

    P C Violet
    …

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pdf or txt
    You are on page 1of 1

    DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR GOUT

    GOUT: is systemic disease ( i.e condition that occurs throughtout the body) caused by the buildup of
    uric acid in the joints. An elevated blood level of uric acid ( called hyperuricemia) occurs when the
    liver produces more uric acid than the body can execrete in the urine, or when a diet high in rich foods
    (high purine content)produces more uric acid than the kidneys can filter from the blood.

    Over time, uric acid in the blood crystallizes & settles in the joint spaces, causing sweeling,
    inflammation, stiffness, & pain. Gout usually affects the first metatarsal phalangeal joint of the big toe
    or the ankle joints.

    Uric acid forms because of purine being metabolized from cellular degeneration and recycling of the
    cell’s genetic material.
    Uric acid is a waste product of urine metabolism. Purine is Contributed by both body cells & food. A
    low purine diet may be advised if you suffer from Gout & Kidney stone.
    SYMPTOMS:
    • Inflammation
    • Pain
    • Redness
    • Stiffness
    • Swelling
    FOODS ALLOWED (low purine) FOODS NOT ALLOWED
    • Milk & Milk Products( low fat) • Grandular meats,Liver, Kidneys, Brain,
    • Eggs etc…
    • Cereals • Oatmeal can be taken in moderate
    • Vegetables (except listed in not amount
    allowed) • Vegetables like spinach, peas, beans,
    • Fruits cauliflower & mushrooms
    • Sugar & Sweets • Fruits like apple
    • Fats & Oils (1-2 tbsp. per day) • Pulses like lentils, beans etc
    • Chocolate and cocoa
    • Coffee, tea, and carbonated beverages
    • Peanut butter and nuts

    NOTE:
    • Liberal amount of fluid at least 2-3 litres per day is advised as it helps to increase the volume of
    urine excreted.
    • All alcoholic drinks are not allowed.
    • Fat intake should be reduced.
    • A gradual weight loss is advisable with moderate exercise for gout patients ,rapid weight loss
    can increase blood uric acid levels in body.
    • Avoid heavy meals at night.

    You might also like