GOUT

    A condition with painful joints of the toes, fingers, or other areas, along with elevated blood uric acid, is typically know as gout. Sharp crystals cause physical damage to the cartilage. Once known as a "rich man's disease," gout affects those who are usually overweight and consume alcohol, large quantities of red meat, and rich foods. It is frequently characterized by a sudden onset of extreme pain with the big toe swelling and becoming highly inflamed. While there sometimes is a headache and other times a fever that accompanies it, the most pronounced symptom is that huge, painful swollen big toe. Have a thorough physical examination performed and begin following the recommendations of a health care provider.

    * Start a low-stress diet consisting of more vegetables (a "greens and beans" diet) and fewer animal products. Take Replenex to help rebuild damaged cartilage. Drink 2 to 4 cups of Melaleuca Herbal Tea each day. Apply Pain-A-Trate to any affected joint 2 to 4 times each day at first, then each morning and evening until painless mobility is achieved. Take a hot soak with 1 capful of Sol-U-Mel in 1 quart of water 30 minutes each morning to minimize damage to cartilage.
    It has been suggested that someone with gout take the Vitality Pack, CellWise, Replenex and ProVex-Plus. It is important to decrease uric acid levels in the blood. When the body is deficient in certain vitamins (such as B5, A and E) excessive amounts of uric acid may be produced. The Vitality Pack with Oligofructose Complex will help to prevent these deficiencies. Candida infections will also increase a uric acid blood level, which is why adding Melaleuca Herbal Tea to your diet each day may help.