Hi there! Thank you for your question. There are several supplements that are said to help reduce gout incidence or the severity of it. Generally, they work by reducing the inflammation which in turn reduces that pain. Some of them even reduce uric acid level. Nevertheless, it is important to note that these supplements only aid the control of gout. Proper diet intake and medications are still a must for good control of the disease.

The few supplements are mentioned as below :

• Fish oil. Fish oil is rich with omega-3 fatty acids. Examples of fatty acids that are available in fish oil are docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). These are said to lower cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation which in turn will reduce the pain. It is also important to note that purines (molecule that breaks down to produce uric acid) are found in the meat of the fish but not in highly purified fish oil, so it should not affect your gout. There was a study done in 2016, regarding the benefit of fish oil and results suggested that there are benefits of fish oil in gout but more research has to be done in the future. You can increase your intake by taking one to two fish oil capsules or one teaspoon of fish oil daily.

• Folic acid. Folic acid acid supplements work by breaking down high levels of homocysteine (amino acid in the blood when you eat meat). These are often noted in gout and it is often increased in people with high uric acid levels. A study in 2016 showed that folic acid reverses uric acid crystal formation and increases uric acid excretion.

• Seeds. They are rich in omega-6 acids and gamma-linoenic acid (GLA).

• Chinese medicine. Several studies suggest that Chinese herbs help reduce inflammation. It not be be as effective as modern medicine but it is noted to have has fewer side effects. Chinese herbs should only be used with expert guidance.

• Vitamin C

• Turmeric

• Anthocyanins found in cherries

•Ginger

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