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Gout natural remedies The best remedy for dealing with the painful problem of gout is to rest. However, since it can last for days, you would do well to adopt certain home remedies to help you control the pain and get rid of it permanently. Apply ice for immediate relief from the pain.
Once you have managed to get the pain under control, you can massage the joint with warm mustard oil. This should help in dispersing the pain. Charcoal is considered to be of special help in the care and treatment of gout.
Buy activated charcoal and powder it. Mix with equal amounts of whole wheat flour and hot water and apply this poultice to the joint. Wrap and leave on till it dries. This should help you considerably, as charcoal has the ability to draw out uric acid, which is the main cause of gout. It is always advisable to avoid taking general pain killers for gout. They will merely suppress the pain which then returns manifold later. You can apply mashed boiled potatoes to the area for relief. You can also apply the juice of one whole grated raw potato.
You can include cherries, bananas, carrots, apples, celery and corn in your daily regular meals. These are all foods that help to flush out excess uric acid, which is the primary cause of gout.
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