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The 'Post-partum' period is the  period after child delivery when the mother's body is trying to heal from and get back to functioning as it used to before conception. The postpartum period begins soon after the delivery of the baby and usually lasts six to eight weeks and ends when the mother's body has nearly returned to its pre-pregnant state.  Post partum bleeding and effects are a common concern among new mothers. Many wonder what is considered normal bleeding post-childbirth.  This article will answer your questions regarding post-childbirth bleeding and help you determine whether or not you should be concerned with your own bleeding. Photo credit: mamahippie.com Postpartum bleeding symptoms are those of heavy menstrual period which are considered alarming signs by many women. Women who give birth at this stage, experience heavy blood flow. This bleeding requires careful management to avoid future problems. Do u know that u need rest in the postpartum, but so many...
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HONEY CONSUMPTION FOR GOUT PATIENTS.

HONEY CONSUMPTION FOR GOUT PATIENTS.


Gout is a painful form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in the joints. Pain and inflammation occur when too much uric acid crystallises and deposits in the joints.

It is an inflammatory condition caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia).


It is also the most common type of inflammatory arthritis, with over 7.44 million cases of gout estimated around the world in 2017.


RISK FACTORS INCLUDE:


1.Obesity

2.High blood pressure and/or diabetes

3.Close relatives suffering from gout .

4.kidney problems

5.Eating foods that cause uric acid buildup, such as red meat, offal, and seafood.

6.Consuming excessive amounts of beer or spirits

 7.Sugary drinks, sweets, and high fructose corn syrup-generally sweet stuff-are at the top of the list of foods that cause gout.


As a result of the last risk factor mentioned, the question is whether honey consumption should be encouraged in gout patients?


First of all, we should understand that although honey is sweet, it isn't the same stuff as sugar (sucrose). It is an incredibly delicious, amazingly healthy and highly beneficial substitute to table sugar, see our previous article on health benefits of honey consumption here.

Honey is a very low purine food, containing only 1.1 mg of uric acid per 100 g serving.


In terms of purine content, honey should be safe in a gout diet infact, there have been studies done that show a decrease in the gout patient's joint pain when bee products were consumed by the patient.


You may have heard of the benefits of berries (strawberries, blueberries), cherries, pineapple, and antioxidants (most greens, red fruits), and I'm sure there are more. You should also avoid alcohol and sugars, which cause inflammation. Also, drink plenty of water to flush the system.


People suffering from gout should exercise caution when taking multiple medications over a long period of time, as this can have serious consequences for their health. Drugs only treat the symptoms of a disease, not the cause.


So, despite being low in purines, honey contains a lot of sugars and calorie content makes it problematic for gout sufferers, unless it’s consumed in moderation


The bottom line is this: if you like honey, add it to your gout diet sparingly (no more than 12 grams per day) and avoid all other unhealthy sugars and sweeteners.


Read more: Causes and types of Arthritis>>>


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