by PJK » Mon Apr 09, 2018 10:16 am
I have gout, and I also follow the McDougall diet. In my case, the diet helps big-time.
That said, I think you should see a rheumatologist. Short-term, they can prescribe good and relatively safe prescription meds that will alleviate the pain and also lower your uric-acid levels (believed to be the main cause of gout). They can also monitor your uric acid levels over time with a simple blood test.
Also, even while following the McD diet, don't go overboard on beans. That includes tofu and other soy-based products. The good doctor recommends no more than 1 cup of beans a day. Because they're hi-protein, and can contribute to your gout. No prob, however, with potatoes, sweet potatoes, rice, winter squash, etc.
Good luck!