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How can I manage my gout and improve my quality of life?
Gout affects many aspects of daily living, including work and leisure activities. Fortunately, there are many low-cost self-management strategies that are proven to improve the quality of life of people with gout.
For gout in particular:
Eat a healthy diet. Avoid foods that may trigger a gout flare, including foods high in purines, like a diet rich in red meat, organ meat, and seafood, and limit alcohol intake, particularly beer and hard liquor.
Get physically active. Experts recommend that adults engage in 150 minutes per week of at least moderate physical activity. Every minute of activity counts, and any activity is better than none. Moderate, low impact activities recommended include walking, swimming, or biking. Regular physical activity can also reduce the risk of developing other chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Lose weight. For people who are overweight or obese, losing weight reduces pressure on joints, particularly weight bearing joints like the hips and knees.
Talk to your doctor. You can play an active role in controlling your gout or arthritis by attending regular appointments with your health care provider and following your recommended treatment plan. This is especially important if you also have other chronic conditions, like diabetes or heart disease.
More information at https://www.cdc.gov and https://www.who.int
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