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Gout diet: What's allowed, what's not
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A gout diet may help you control your attacks and slow joint damage. Eat less red meat. Drink less alcohol (especially beer) and drink plenty of water. Eat whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Excess weight is a risk factor, so losing weight can help.
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pain , weight loss, water , fats, proteins , overweight, purine , uric acid, vitamin C, supplements , coffee , cherries , sugar
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Rated on: 9/3/2015 9:24:34 AM
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