Gout

Author: Liu Yongchang
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Gout is directly related to nutritional excess, obesity, and excessive alcohol consumption, hence it is often referred to as the "disease of wealth" or the "disease of luxury." With the improvement of living standards and better material conditions, people tend to consume refined rice and white flour, greasy and rich foods, while engaging less in walking, exercise, and physical labor. As a result, the incidence of gout has been increasing. Gout often coexists with modern diseases such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, and cerebrovascular diseases. The key to preventing and treating gout lies in diet. This book briefly introduces the dietary principles for gout management, optimal dietary foods, common dietary misconceptions and taboos. It also presents a variety of nutritious and delicious recipes in a visually appealing format for readers to choose from, allowing them to control the disease while enjoying delicious meals and achieving better health.