Gout Regimen

Summary: Use The Water Cure and high potency non-acidic bromelain capsules such as Now Bromelain in large amounts, improve intestinal flora, and clean the liver if necessary. Use an additional antiinflammatory (such as Now curcumin) if needed for temporary pain relief. Avoid red meat, red wine, and beer as needed.

The Water Cure is essential. It should be begun immediately and used long term. Using this one simple, cheap method may completely solve the problem in a few days, but for fast relief, supplements such as enzymes and other measures can be used.

Gout is caused by uric acid crystals and usually occurs in the hands or feet. Because of the glass-like crystals irritating the tissues, inflammation can occur. Uric acid crystals form from undigested protein so whatever amount of enzymes that is required can be taken to prevent further deposition for a quick resolution.

The next step is using a bromelain supplement such as Now Bromelain or other good non-acidic high potency enzyme product in sufficient amounts. Enzymes which contain acidic components such as ox bile or HCL should not be used. The reason is that this type of product cannot be taken in high enough amounts without causing stomach upset, not because the acidic components would add to the problem (see below for further information). Use triple or more recommended dosage with meals to digest protein and between meals to relieve pain and inflammation. Using enzymes in sufficient amounts along with plenty of water will usually solve a gout problem quickly. The most common error is using too little. 6 to 10 bromelain capsules of 2000 GDU potency at one time is not an unreasonable serving size when fighting an acute attack of gout.

Bromelain potency is usually measured in gelatin digesting units (GDU) per gram. A high potency must be used. Look for at least 2000 GDU products like Now Bromelain capsules for best results. Ineffective bromelain products can be as little as 200 GDU in which case six to ten times more would be neccesary. Since using 60 to 100 capsules per serving is not possible, high potency bromelain is required.

Bromelain is particularly good to take for gout since in addition to digesting the protein, the incomplete digestion of which caused the problem, it is also very good to address pain and inflammation. If one is having to use a very large amount to prevent symptoms, consider adding Enzymatic Therapy Megazymes or Source Naturals Pancreatin 8x, since these have more protein digesting power for the money, but less antiinflammatory action. See Enzyme Therapy for more information.

Rosemary oil used topically, rubbed on the area of inflammation (do not apply to broken skin), can greatly relieve the pain immediately. If the oil is irritating at all to the skin, dilute with olive oil until it is not.

Despite being the most recommended supplement for gout, cherries are not that effective except taken in huge amounts and even then, do not work nearly as quickly as the above regimen. In severe cases they do not appear to provide much immediate benefit. They are still a healthy supplement in other regards, and can add to the effects of a good regimen. Bing or black cherries should be used, at least a half pound per day. Instead, cherry concentrate can be used. Tree of Life makes a liquid one available in health food stores. It is a thick syrup which can be mixed with water to make a tasty drink. Three tablespoons three times per day is a good dose (this is 4.5oz per day). Enzymatic Therapy Cherry Fruit Extract capsules can be used instead. They state, "One capsule equals 16 fl oz of cherry juice." Six capsules per day is the recommended dose. This indicates the effective amount of cherry juice for therapeutic effect: 3 quarts per day. And why eating cherries or drinking their juice except in massive amounts does little good.

Watermelon seeds and the fruit itself are a classic remedy for gout. Even without gout, watermelon seeds can be eaten for the nutrients they provide. Dry seeds are available at some health food or middle eastern markets, although they are usually so tough they are difficult to eat. Fresh ones are easier to consume. Like any seeds, they should be chewed well.

Using enzymes to fight gout is a palliative action. For long term relief, the basic causes should be determined and repaired. There are two:

Liver dysfunction. When the liver does not produce adequate enzymes and acid for effective digestion of protein it can be a sign there is toxin or mineral accumulation. Using a liver cleanse is beneficial in this case. Or, it could mean there are insufficient nutrients being provided to the liver, usually magnesium and/or B vitamins, for it to produce enzymes and acids. In this case, see the General Maintenance Regimen. For a multimineral, choose a high magnesium content type such as Now Full Spectrum Mineral Caps, Enzymatic Therapy Kreb's Cycle Chelates, or Solaray Cal-Mag Citrate.

Unbalanced Intestinal Flora. Beneficial bacteria consume uric acid before it is absorbed by the intestines, so gout can also be an indication of an unbalanced flora. Consume adequate raw vegetables and fruits. Eat yogurt if favorable (good ones with multiple live cultures, not the crap they advertise on TV), or drink Helios Kefir (a yogurt-like drink which probably replenishes favorable bacteria better than most yogurts), or take a beneficial bacteria supplement like PB-8 or Jarrodophilus.Helios makes the only "real" kefir that is commonly available. Most of the products that call themselves kefir are just liquid yogurt, and not even good yogurt at that. Better than all these supplements is Cultured Cabbage Juice, but is a bit less convenient than supplements.

In some cases, gout could be caused by insufficient circulation to the hands or feet, since there is not enough blood flow to carry away the waste products. The methods above, in particular bromelain, the Water Cure, magnesium, and other nutrients will address this problem. It can also be caused by a simple mineral deficiency of calcium and magnesium. When there are insufficient alkaline minerals in circulation, there is less ability to neutralize acid deposits. Also, calcium is necessary to activate digestive enzymes. In this case a cal-mag like Now Full Spectrum Mineral Caps, Enzymatic Therapy Kreb's Cycle Chelate or Solaray Cal-Mag Citrate can be used.

However, if the measures above have been tried and failed to produce significant results within 48 hours, and there is sufficient hydration, mineralization, and enzymes in the body, Hot and Cold Water Immersion can be used to immediately stoke the circulation in the hand or foot. Be warned that this method will temporarily cause increased pain and inflammation as the blood (including the immune system cells which will remove the debris) comes rushing to the area, but the increased circulation will cause the problem to be more resolved much more quickly if there is insufficient circulation.

Rife Frequencies, Annotations, and Comments

CAFL

Gout (Also use water cure and high dose bromelain or other enzymes. See also Kidney freqs) - 9.39, 3000, 10000, 880, 787, 727, 20

TrueRife - Selected frequency sets in F100 format with comments

Gout

#21 minutes

#Gout

#Also see Kidney frequencies. Use water cure and high dose bromelain or other enzymes.

#A metabolic disease marked by a painful inflammation of the joints, deposits of urates in and around the joints, and usually an excessive amount of uric acid in the blood.

#Gout is a type of arthritis (inflammation of the joints) that mostly affects men age 40 and older. Gout is nearly always associated with an abnormally high concentration of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid is produced in the liver and enters the bloodstream. Under certain circumstances, the body produces too much uric acid or excretes too little. As uric acid concentrations increase, needlelike crystals of a salt called monosodium urate (MSU) form. In time, MSU crystals accumulate and cause inflammation and pain, symptoms typical of gout.

#Gout and Cherries

#Cherries contain flavonoid compounds that may lower uric acid and reduce inflammation, so cherry juice concentrate could be effective in reducing the pain associated with gout.

#High dose enzymes (preferably while also doing the Water Cure) is 100% effective, usually in a day or two. Use non-acidic enzymes like plain pancreatin or bromelain capsules. Five with each meal and 5 between each meal the first 48 hours or until all pain is gone, then at recommended dosage. Using the Water Cure will prevent the need to do the enzymes long term.

#Water Cure: Divide weight in pounds by two and drink that many ounces of water per day. For example, if one weighs 180 lbs, this is 90 ounces of water per day which is approx 11 eight ounce cups or nine ten-ounce portions. After each 8 to 10 ounces, sprinkle a pinch of salt (like 1/16tsp) on the tongue and let dissolve before swallowing (wash it down with more water if desired). Salt consumed can be as much as 1/4 tsp per 32 ounces of water. It is best to drink the water at least a half-hour before meals and two hours after. For every 6 ounces of alcoholic beverage or coffee, an additional 10 ounces of water should be drunk due to the dehydrating effects of these.


dwell 180
duty 71.5
converge 1 .03125
pulse 4 60
3000, 10000, 880,
787, 727,
duty 20
20 9.39

Anecdotes:

I told a coworker about using lots of bromelain for gout and told him it had to be 2000 GDU and he had to use 5 or more capules 3 times per day with a lot of water. He said he would try it. I noticed that he was still in pain a few days later and asked him if he had gotten the bromelain. He said he stopped at an herb store and got some, but it did not do him any good. I was very surprised and asked to see what he bought. He brought the bottle in the next day. It was 200 GDU, not 2000, and he had only used 2 capsules twice per day. I jokingly told him the bromelain supplement he was sold would work if he did 50 capsules three times per day. So instead of using 150 capsules per day, he was using 4. No wonder it didn't help him.

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From Mercola.com. Mercola states that high fructose corn syrup may also play a factor in the initiation of gout. Some agree.

Comments:

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Well I have 2 anecdotes for you that (to me at least) proves there are not the same.

1) If I drink typical "corn syrup" Cokes regularly (1+ every day) for an extended time (week or so) I will develop gout in my foot. I can switch imported Cokes (from Mexico) that are sweetened with sugar and the gout will go away.

2) My mother (in her late 50's) was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes (shortly after being treated with major antibiotics for a suspected MRSA infection). She can drink a bottle of US Coke and her blood sugar will spike extremely high (I can't remember the #'s, but 600-900 sticks in my head). If she drinks the Mexican Cokes it is unaffected...

But you can rest assured that there is no difference, because those pushing this crap on us tells us so!

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A few years ago I had an attack, out of the blue, of gout----At first I thought I had actually, somehow, broken every bone in my foot!

My doctor told me it was gout and wanted to prescribe all kinds of medicine but I said no and did a little online research and started drinking copious quantities of Sour Cherry juice which I bought at the local Trader Joe's.

Within a week or so it completely disappeared. I also have limited my intake of shell fish and protein but, basically, the cherry juice "fix" has cured it. A friend who is an Old Timer told me that in "olden days" when folks had gout they were told to eat a bowl of cherries.... so what goes around.......

I like to read historical letters and journals and sometimes I will read that someone in the 18th century died of gout!

All I can think of is what a way to go! Whew.

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I cured serious gout on a 50 plus gentleman in two weeks, with 1000iu mixed tocopherols, nartural vitamin E,

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I take a 600 mg tablet of Bromelain on an empty stomach 2 times/day when I feel a twinge of gout (also arthritic twinges). Usually takes care of the problem before the 2nd dose. I did the same thing both times I had a synovial cyst on the back of my hand (from surgical excision of trapezoid, each hand). Surgeon expected to do second surgeries for the cysts but I wiped each one out using Bromelain within 2 days. They never returned. Now he recommends it to his patients (quite a sacrifice for him, income-wise!).

Bromelain seems to consume uric acid (and some other bad proteins) in the joints and surrounding tissue. I'm sure Doc Mercola could expand on Bromelain's uses...

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