Check with your doctor before adding a significant amount of nutritional yeast to your diet, as it contains purines, which may bring on symptoms of gout for those who suffer from this condition. (livestrong.com)
The Hopkins researchers noted that while symptoms of gout outbreaks — severe inflammation and sharp pain in the joints, particularly the base of the big toe — have been linked to elevated uric acid, it's been unclear exactly what type of diet might lower uric acid and decrease the risk of flare - ups. (sciencedaily.com)
In the early stages of an attack, doctors may prescribe an anti-gout medication called colchicine, which relieves swelling and other symptoms of gout. (health.com)