Build-up of excessive uric acid with deposition of urates of sodium in and around joints and tendons is the result of a failure of the body to convert uric acid into urea and ammonia which is excreted properly in the urine. Gouty tophi may form in the earlobes and other cartilages. Much discussion has taken place regarding the place of diet in treating gout. Trying to reduce purine-producing foods in the diet by restricting meat isn't the answer because purines which form uric acid in the body occur in vegetable as well as animal food. Raw leafy vegetables, raw vegetable juices, beans and potatoes in particular, are high in potassium which is a protection against gout.
Organic minerals are a source of potassium.
Wheat products may have and effect upon the gouty person and should be eliminated from the diet during acute attacks although vitamin E is essential to protect the nucleus of cells from uric acid is formed. Sodium in any form must be eliminated from the diet. Strangely enough, cherries in any form, fresh or canned, whole or juice, have a beneficial effect on gout patients and other juices, both fruit and vegetable, particularly orange juice, help keep uric acid crystals in solution and aid in their excretion from the body. Limits production of inflammatory leukotrienes. Raw kidney concentrate with vitamin A aids and supports kidney function promoting growth and repair and facilitating excretion of urea and ammonia thus reducing serum uric acid.