Here at Flexcin we receive many emails asking about the effects of Flexcin on Gout. So here’s a little basic information on Gout, common prescribed treatments and how Flexcin can help.

What is Gout?
Gout is a painful condition that occurs when uric acid builds up and is then deposited as needle-like crystals in the joints or soft tissues. Uric acid is a substance that results from the breakdown of purines, which are found in many foods. Normally, uric acid is dissolved in the blood and passed through the kidneys into the urine, where it is eliminated. The uric acid crystals cause inflammatory arthritis in the joints. That in turn leads to swelling, redness, burning, pain and joint stiffness.

What Does Gout Effect?
For most people, Gout starts in the joints of the big toe (a condition called podagra). But many other joints and areas around the joints can be affected. These include the insteps, ankles, heels, knees, wrists, fingers, and elbows. Other deposits of uric acid can appear as lumps under the skin that surrounds the joints and covers the rim of the ear. Uric acid crystals can also collect in the kidneys and cause kidney stones.

Why Does Gout Occur?
If there is an increase in the production of uric acid or if the kidneys do not eliminate enough uric acid from the body, levels of it build up in the blood (a condition called hyperuricemia). Hyperuricemia also may result when a person eats too many high-purine foods, such as liver, dried beans and peas, anchovies, and gravies. Hyperuricemia is not a disease, and by itself it is not dangerous. However, if excess uric acid crystals form as a result of Hyperuricemia, Gout can develop. The crystals form, build up in the joint and then cause inflammation.

Risk Factors For Gout?
There are a number of risk factors are associated with Hyperuricemia and Gout. Talk to your doctor to figure out the cause for your Gout. Here are a list of the main risk factors for Hyperuricemia and Gout:

• Genetics
• Gender and Age
• Weight
• Alcohol consumption
• Diet
• Lead exposure
• Other Health Problems
• Some Medications

With proper treatment, most people who have Gout are able to control their symptoms and live productive lives. Gout can be treated with one or a combination of therapies. The goals of treatment are to ease the pain associated with acute attacks, to prevent future attacks, and to avoid the formation of uric acid crystals.

What Are the Treatments For Gout?
The most common treatments for an acute attack of Gout are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or corticosteroids, which are taken orally or injected into the affected joint. NSAIDs reduce the inflammation caused by deposits of uric acid crystals, but have no effect on the amount of uric acid in the body.

The NSAIDs most commonly prescribed for Gout are indomethacin (Indocin) and naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn). However, many NSAID’s have long term negative side effects such as increased risk of heart attack or Dementia. Corticosteroids are strong anti-inflammatory hormones. The most commonly prescribed corticosteroid is prednisone. Patients often begin to improve within a few hours of treatment with a corticosteroid, and the attack usually goes away completely within a week or so.

As an alternative many people have turned to natural supplements. Flexcin does has been helping people with Gout for years. Similar to many NSAIDs (like Anaprox and Ibuprofen) that are commonly prescribed for Gout, Flexcin works to stop the inflammation caused by the uric acid deposits within the joints. One of the key benefits of Flexcin is that it’s all-natural and does not have any harmful side effects or cause drug interactions.

Flexcin works to reduce the inflammation that occurs during flare ups and by avoiding food that can bring on symptoms, drinking more water and taking Flexcin many of our customers have less severe attacks, if any at all. Flexcin can also help relieve stiffness that is associated with the affected joints in between flare ups.

For Gout, Doctors may also recommend losing weight, for those who are overweight, limiting alcohol consumption and avoiding or limiting high-purine foods, which can increase uric acid levels.

Flexcin International, Inc. is supporting Best Friends Animal Society. Best Friends Animal Society operates the country’s largest sanctuary for homeless animals and works globally with animal shelters and rescue groups to bring about a time when there will be no more homeless pets. They are also featured on the National Geographic Channel’s show DogTown. FlexPet is given to older dogs at Dogtown with serious joint pain, so a partnership makes great sense.

Flexcin is working with Best Friends Animal Society to support their efforts to give all companion animals a good life and loving home. This Memorial Day weekend Flexcin is running a special offer and will donate $5 from the sale of FlexPet Buy 2 Get 1 Free packs. You even get free shipping. Flexcin has also created a special cause on Facebook and will donate $5 for every 500 people who join the cause.
If you are interested in making a donation directly to Best Friends Animal Society, see their Facebook page.

Want to help out? Buy a 3 pack of FlexPet, our joint pain supplement for dogs and cats this weekend and Flexcin will donate $5 per sale during the Memorial Day weekend.

See details here http://www.flexpet.com/bestfriends

Many people with Arthritis struggle to keep the weight off in an effort to relieve their joint pain. And some times cravings for super tasty food can get the best of us. Well there are ways to recreate some of those fast foods so you can the delicious food you crave but in a slightly more healthy way.

Here’s a recipe from the self-proclaimed foodologist, Lisa at hungry-girl.com. She too has struggled with weight and she provides her readers with healthy yet tasty alternatives to your favorite dishes. Check her out at hungry-girl.com.

Here’s a remake of Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap: