A classic remedy to relieve gout is cherries. Eat four ounces of cherries of fresh Bing cherries every day. Frozen, canned or cherries in a jar is OK too. Or try strawberries - these and cherries have a good effect on gout as well as arthritis pain. Another arthritis aid is to have a cat sit on your knees, or wherever you have pain from arthritis .
Legend has it that cats do the same thing as Chihuahua's are supposed to.
Get out of a mild depression by getting into gardening. Indoor is good too, but with spring upon us outdoor is best. Growing plants can give you a new appreciation for life and a chance to bury your unhappiness. Those who have been through a trauma such as a loss of a loved one often find that writing in a diary can be very helpful. At least once a day, write down your innermost feelings, don't censor yourself, let it all out on paper.