Gout is a disease caused by abnormal uric acid metabolism. It mainly manifests as joint inflammation and unbearable pain. In the theory of TCM, gout is mostly related to dampness, heat, and phlegm. TCM treatment of gout not only focuses on Chinese medicine treatment, but also emphasizes diet and abstinence.
The following are some health care suggestions for gout prevention from a TCM perspective:
1. Eat a light diet and avoid spicy food
TCM believes that gout patients have high levels of dampness and heat in their bodies, and spicy and irritating foods can easily increase dampness and heat, aggravating gout symptoms. Therefore, patients should try to choose light foods and avoid spicy and irritating condiments, such as chilli and Sichuan peppercorns.
2. Control the intake of high-purine foods
High-purine foods can easily lead to increased uric acid production, which is detrimental to gout patients. TCM recommends that gout patients limit the consumption of high-purine foods, such as animal offal, shrimp, shellfish, meat, etc. Instead, increase your intake of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains to help your body excrete excess uric acid.
3. Avoid greasy and foods have strong flavours
Greasy and foods with strong flavours can easily cause dampness in the body and aggravate gout. TCM believes that blockage of joints by pathogenic dampness is a common manifestation of gout. Avoiding greasy food can help clear away dampness, promote smoother flow of Qi and blood, thereby reducing joint pain.
4. Eat an appropriate amount of foods rich in vitamin C
Vitamin C helps reduce the concentration of uric acid. Gout patients can increase foods rich in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, strawberries, vegetables, etc., but be careful do not eat too much.
5. Drink enough water
TCM emphasizes on clearing waterways, drinking enough water helps the urine to remove waste products from body, including excess uric acid. But avoid drinking too much coffee, strong tea and other irritating drinks to avoid aggravating the symptoms of damp heat.
6. Avoid overeating and maintain moderate exercise
Excessive eating and sedentary life can easily lead to the retention of dampness in the body. TCM advocates maintaining moderate exercise to promote blood circulation and help eliminate dampness. In addition, avoiding overeating can help maintain the balance of Yin and Yang in the body.
Conclusion
Generally speaking, TCM treatment of gout focuses on overall conditioning, including Chinese medicines treatment and dietary conditioning. Health maintenance plays a vital role in the daily life of gout patients. By adjusting their diet and maintaining moderate exercise, patients can control their condition better and improve their quality of life. While pursuing Western medicine treatment, the concept of TCM health preservation can also provide a useful reference for gout patients.
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