Always drink plenty of water to keep urine output high. This will help flush uric acid out of the system and prevent deposition of urate crystals in the urinary tract. Minimize consumption of alcohol . It promotes dehydration and irritates the urinary tract. Maintain normal weight.
Obesity correlates with symptoms in gout.
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