Diets low in fat and moderate in protein alleviate this condition, so a vegetarian diet should help, so long as you don' t eat too much cheese and other dairy products. Exercise is a real plus too. And it' s essential to supplement the many nutrients involved in protein metabolism, especially B6 and zinc.

To combat gout or prevent a reoccurrence, cut out red meat and alcohol completely. Follow the optimum nutrition diet: avoid refined carbohydrates and eat wholefoods such as wholegrains; eat high-quality protein such as tofu and free-range chicken, beans and lentils; include plenty of vegetables, steamed or raw, and three pieces of fresh fruit a day. Go for organic. Be sure to drink 1 to 1.5 litres of pure water. And don' t leave out the omega-3 essential fats from oily fish and seeds. For vegetarians, I recommend using cold-pressed seed oil blends, as these help to lubricate joints and reduce inflammation; ask in your local health food store. Non-vegetarians can top up their omega-3s by eating mackerel, trout or sardines three times a week or supplementing with an omega-3-rich fish oil. Other supplements should include a good multivitamin and mineral, 3g of vitamin C taken as 1g with each meal, 100mg of vitamin B6, 15mg of zinc and a bone mineral complex rich in alkaline-forming calcium and magnesium daily.