Gout is a result of too much uric acid in your blood. Uric acid buildup usually is a sign that your kidneys aren't cleaning our your blood as well they should. Over time, this excess uric acid forms crystals between your joint spaces causing excruciating pain.
There are many foods that promote uric acid buildup and should be avoided. The most common are: alcohol, anchovies, peas, poultry, dark greens vegetables, dried fruits, fish, mushrooms, herring, meat gravies, broth, bouillon, mussels, sardines, red meats, processed meats, fried foods, caffeine, beans, lentils, eggs, oatmeal, and low doses of aspirin.
You are not alone . . . over 2,000,000 Americans have gout and suffer needlessly and globally the statistics are staggering! Left unchecked, it can cause many potential health problems, including heart disease, disability, kidney damage and permanent joint damage!