Gout Risk Calculator

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⚠️ Important Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, nurse, or medical professional. This calculator is a general information tool only — it is not a medical diagnosis, treatment plan, or substitute for professional advice. If you're experiencing symptoms of gout (sudden, severe joint pain — especially in the big toe), please see your GP or rheumatologist. Only a qualified healthcare professional can diagnose gout through blood tests and joint fluid analysis. Never start, stop, or change medication based on this tool.

Daily Purine Intake Checker

Tick the foods you've eaten today. We'll estimate your total purine load and show whether you're in a safe range. Recommended daily limit: 400mg for gout sufferers.

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🍒 Cherries & Cherry Juice — Natural Uric Acid Support

Research suggests cherries may help reduce uric acid levels and lower gout flare frequency. A 2012 study in Arthritis & Rheumatism found cherry intake over 2 days was associated with a 35% lower risk of gout attacks. Combined with allopurinol, risk reduction was up to 75%.

What the research says:

Tart cherry juice concentrate — 1-2 tablespoons daily diluted in water. Contains anthocyanins that may inhibit uric acid production
Fresh cherries — 10-12 cherries per day (Montmorency/tart varieties are most studied)
Cherry extract capsules — standardised supplements available; follow package dosing
Mechanism — Anthocyanins have anti-inflammatory properties similar to NSAIDs and may reduce uric acid by inhibiting xanthine oxidase
Timing — Most effective as a daily preventative, not just during flares

Note: Cherries are a complementary approach, not a replacement for prescribed medication like allopurinol or febuxostat. Always discuss with your doctor before adding supplements to your routine.

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