The Effect of Herbs in the Treatment of Gout
Gout is one of the most common diseases that is often caused by excessive consumption of meat and affects many people around the world.
What is Gout?
This disease is a common and complex form of arthritis. When blood uric acid rises, crystals are built up in the joint, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.
What Causes Gout?
- Increased production of uric acid
- Dehydration
- Renal failure
- Overweight
- Joint surgery
- Medications
Medicinal plants are a natural remedy for diseases such as gout without serious side effects. The plants that are effective in the treatment of gout are introduced in the following.
Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Gout
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Meadow Saffron (Colchicum L)
Meadow saffron is a perennial plant that grows 50 cm in height. The stems are short and below ground at the time of fertilization. The flowers are in pairs or solitary and appear suddenly from the bulb. The flowers and bulbs are the medicinal parts of meadow saffron. The scientific name of the plant is Colchicum L.It is called Meadow Saffron in English.
Medicinal – Therapeutic Properties of Meadow Saffron
- Treatment of gout
- Treatment of hepatic impairments
- Treatment of brucellosis
- Useful in the treatment of rheumatism
- Aphrodisiac
- Joint pain relief
- Treatment of rheumatism
Note: Excessive consumption of this herb is fatal and should not be consumed without a doctor’s prescription.
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Green Tea
Previous articles talked about the extraordinary properties of green tea. Another amazing property of green tea is the treatment of gout. The leaves are the medicinal part of green tea. The scientific name of this plant is Camellia Sinensis. It is called Green Tea in English.
How to Use Green Tea for Gout Treatment
Add two tablespoons of green tea leaves into 300 ml of boiling water and drink after brewing. Do not exceed the maximum of three cups a day.
Note: Patients who use artificial cardiac pacemakers and Warfarin should not use green tea.
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Ginger
This herbaceous perennial plant has many properties that lead to the miraculous treatment of many diseases, one of which is gout.
Medicinal – Therapeutic Properties of Ginger
- Treatment of gout
- Facilitating digestion
- Anti-cancer
- Joint pain relief
- Treatment of vertigo and nausea
- Treatment of jaundice
- Treatment of dysmenorrhea
- Memory improvement
How to Use Ginger for Jaundice Treatment
Add half a tablespoon of ginger powder into 300 ml of boiling water and drink after brewing.
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Nettle (Common Nettle)
This herbaceous annual or biennial plant with simple or branched stems can be used to treat gout, and its effect on the body is evident after the treatment period. The scientific name of this plant is Urtica Dioica L. It is called Nettle in English.
Medicinal – Therapeutic Properties of Nettle
- Treatment of jaundice
- Treatment of diabetes
- Treatment of prostate complications
- Rheumatism pain relief
- Treatment of trichoschisis
- Lowering blood sugar
How to Use Nettle Leaves for Gout Treatment
Add a teaspoon of the plant powder or its leaves into 300 ml of boiling water and brew it. Strain the tea before drinking.
Maleki Commercial is the largest exporter of Nettle leaves in Iran and Asia and exports all its products in the form of EXW, FCA, CPT, CIP, DAT, DAP, FOB, FAC, CFR, and CIF to all parts of the world.
Note: Pregnant women and people with renal and heart failure should not consume nettle.
Note: Please consult your physician before using any of the herbs mentioned above.
Supplier Nettle in Iran
Maleki Commercial exports the best quality Nettle according to the needs of the customers in the form of EXW, FCA, CPT, CIP, DAT, DAP, FOB, FAC, CFR, and CIF.
Maleki Commercial, the Largest Exporter of Nettle
Maleki Commercial is the largest direct exporter of Nettle in Iran and Asia. Maleki Commercial exports the best quality Nettle according to the needs of the customers in the form of EXW, FCA, CPT, CIP, DAT, DAP, FOB, FAC, CFR, and CIF.
