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13 Gout Treatment Diet You Need to Know

Water

Studies show that drink more water can help peter out the gout flares. In 2009, a study revealed that for every glass of water drank in 24 hours before an attack help reduces the risk of recurrent gout attacks.

For instance, people who consume about 5 – 8 glasses of water experienced a 40% reduced gout attack risk compared to those who do not drink more than glass water in the prior 24 hours. The author of the study could not specify the number of glasses of water patients should drink, as it depends on your levels of physical activity and underlying medical conditions. Therefore, before you start drinking more water daily, you should consult with your doctor.[3]