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A new study found that patients with gout who consumed cherries over a two-day period showed a 35% lower risk of gout attacks compared to those who did not eat the fruit. Findings from this case-crossover study published in Arthritis & Rheumatism, a journal of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), also suggest that risk of gout flares was 75% lower when cherry intake was combined with the uric-acid reducing drug, allopurinol, than in periods without exposure to cherries or treatment.

Eating cherries lowers risk of gout attacks by 35%

It’s The HFCS/Corn-Porn Sugar, Stupid.

~ Uncle Russ

New research derived from the larger Nurses’ Health Study has found a new connection between drinking fructose-rich beverages like soda and developing joint arthritis.

High fructose beverages tied to gout

HFCS or attempted fable bait and switch “Corn Sugar” harm and cause obesity and disease. Do not consume them at any level.

~ Uncle Russ

Consumption of fructose- rich drinks, such as sugar-sweetened sodas and orange juice is associated with an increased risk of gout among women, according to a study published in JAMA – although their contribution to the risk of gout in the population is likely modest due to the low incidence of gout among women.

Fructose- rich beverages may increase risk of gout: Study

HFCS, crystalline fructose, corn syrup or sugar, hydrolyzed high fructose inulin (aka illegal agave) and iso glucose (Canadian and EU Labeling) all cause dietary and bodily harm, do NOT consume them.

~ Uncle Russ

Source:Nutrition Horizon

Sector:Functional & Fortified Foods, Nutrition

Summary:”Fructose-rich beverages such as sugar-sweetened soda and orange juice can increase serum uric acid levels and, thus, the risk of gout, but prospective data on the relationship are limited.”

Study Links Fructose-Rich Beverages with Increased Risk of Gout in Women

HFCS is the number one cause of obesity in America.

~ Uncle Russ

Date:30 Mar 2010

Type:Nutrition & Health News

Source:Nutrition Horizon

Sector:General Company & Ingredient Information

Summary:Researchers evaluated serum uric acid levels and risk factors for gout that included: age, body mass index (BMI), alcohol consumption, hypertension, medication use, blood glucose and cholesterol levels, and menopause status.

Obesity, Hypertension, Alcohol and Diuretic Use Gout Risk Factors for Women