Gout is caused by the increase in uric acid level in the body. There are many herbs for treating gout naturally. The main aim in treating gout is to break down the complex crystalline deposit in the joins of the body, which are formed by uric acid deposits. Along with herbal treatment even the diet need to be corrected to increase the removal of uric acid through liver and kidneys. Always there should be some regulation in diet when treating gout only then the treatment will be effective and it also helps in prevention of subsequent gout attacks.
The herbs used for treating gout are Dandelion ,Uva Ursi ,Buchu, Rosehip ,Celery Seed,Guaiacum,Ginger,Capsicum,Sarsparilla,Guaiacum,Alfalfa,Dried Cherries ,Cherries, Devils Claw ,Willow Bark, Bhlewa ,Chamomile ,Nettles ,Benzoin ,Boneset , Boswellia ,Cats Claw , Turmeric , Grave root , Juniper.
These herbs are used for treating gout with one or more combination of these with Tea as herbal tea or with water. Even Green tea has the capability to wash out extra uric acid in the body. Since Green tea helps in weight reduction it is another advantage to treat gout. Few of the herbs used in gout treatment are briefed here.
Devil’s claw: These are termed Harpagophytum procumbens technically. This is very famous for treating rheumatoid arthritis. On the other hand these are used to treat gout since it works as analgesic and anti-inflammatory to reduce pain in joints. Another job of this herb is that it acts as a mild diuretic, it lowers the quantity of uric acid in the body. However this herb is not recommended for patients suffering from gastric ulcers or for patients with over production of digestive enzymes.
Turmeric: This is a very common herb and used in everyday cooking for spicing and color. Curcumin which is contained in turmeric is responsible the bright yellow color and it is an effective anti- inflammatory and pain reducing agent. It aids in reducing the pain and swelling created by gout. It is recommended to take turmeric capsules 3 times a day.
Gravel root: This herb when mixed with water and consumed 3 times daily helps to get rid of gout attack. It has diuretic and laxative characteristics which help in flushing out excess uric acid from the body.
Boswellia: Similar to devil’s claw this herb also has anti- inflammatory and analgesic characteristics. It eradicates the formation of provocative leukotrienes, which is caused by gout. This can also be treated in combination with celery seed and ginger.
Nettle Root: This herb is available in form of capsules and it can be consumed daily thrice to reduce excess uric acid in the body. Along with treating gout it also helps in proper functioning of the kidneys and safe guards from kidney disease.
Rosemary: This herb is rich in iron, calcium and Vitamin B6 and it helps in treating gout. Joint and muscle pains will be greatly relieved by this using this herb.
These herbs when used on proper consultation and following correct diet help to get rid of gout easily.
