Question 1

can a daily regimen of apple cider vinegar (raw organic with the mother) with baking soda help gout?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Gout is an inflammatory condition caused by uric acid crystals forming in joints and soft tissues. The treatment is to increase uric acid output in the urine with medications like Allopurinol and penicillamine. Acute flares are treated with anti-inflammatory meds like Indocin (indomethacin) and colchicine. See your doc for help with managing your gout with diet and medication.

Question 2

can gout can be relief by consuming apple cider vinegar?

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Not alone: It's a safe supplement, but gout is a serious disease with possible systemic problems, and it needs to be managed by a mix of lifestyle changes (as applicable) and modern medicines.

Question 3

is apple cider vinegar good for gout?

Accepted Answer

Gout: can be helped with drinking fluids to flush out uric acid to reduce symptoms. I have no direct knowledge of using Apple cider vinegar as a benefit, however, I have hard that cherry juice may help reduce symptoms. Best to ask your doctor if you are not sure.

Question 4

hi doc, wondering if apple cider vinegar & pomegranate concsntrate juice really good/ suitable for gout treatment? dont want to rely on pills only

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Worth a try but...: It's possible these may help ; they're safe to try, but i'm unaware of research proving they help, so consider treatments with scientific support. Vit c has been shown to help, as has cherries ; cherry juice. For other good options see http://umm.Edu/health/medical/altmed/condition/gout  
84% of those who tried apple cider vinegar self-report that it helps: http://earthclinic.Com/cures/gout.Html.

Question 5

recently, i had an acute episode of partial regurgitation of a mixture of lemon juice/apple cider vinegar. i had taken it as a suggestion from a youtube video to combat gout. the mixture obviously came into the back of my throat and burned the cords.

Accepted Answer

Time for ENT consult: you will require endoscfopy of the nose/throat area ans also upper endoscopy for evaluation of gastritis/GERD.
Why were you drinking lemon juice/apple cider vinegar ?- for gout? I suggest immediate evaluation and reconsideration of therapy for gout.

Question 6

been suffering from acid reflux. what does it indicate if drinking apple cider vinegar or baking soda make it worse ?

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It indicates that...: Stopping apple cider vinegar or baking soda might be a good idea for now. A primary care doctor or a gastroenterologist (stomach specialist) can evaluate to confirm the problem of gastro-esophageal reflux disease. The doctor may test for h. Pylori stomach infection, and start effective medications, including acid blockers. Plain water, nonfat milk, green tea, or simple soup broths may feel ok.

Question 7

what's a good way to clear your scalp pores? shampoo? conditioner? soap? apple cider vinegar? baking soda?

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Medicated shampoo: containing selenium sulfide such as Head and Shoulders. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 8

is washing hair and scalp with baking soda and apple cider vinegar good or bad?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Washing the hair with soap removes less oil from the hair, washing the hair with shampoo removes more oil. Your beautician can give you more advice.

Question 9

some say to wash vagina with apple cider vinegar to restore natural ph and some say to wash it with baking soda. but one is acidic and other alkaline.

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't: I've never recommended any washing of the vagina internally. My professors a long time ago crudely mentioned its a self cleaning oven and needs no internal maintenance. Just feel free to clean the outer regions.

Question 10

i put baking soda, lysine & apple cider vinegar on a cold sore & it swelled up. did i mess up?

Accepted Answer

No: The lysine was ok, but works much better when swallowed.  The acid in the vinegar reacted with the baking soda, foaming up and releasing carbon dioxide.  Just stick with swallowing the lysine.

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Apple cider vinegar and baking soda for gout

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Can a daily regimen of apple cider vinegar (raw organic with the mother) with baking soda help gout?

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Can gout can be relief by consuming apple cider vinegar?

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Is apple cider vinegar good for gout?

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Hi doc, wondering if apple cider vinegar & pomegranate concsntrate juice really good/ suitable for gout treatment? dont want to rely on pills only

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Recently, i had an acute episode of partial regurgitation of a mixture of lemon juice/apple cider vinegar. i had taken it as a suggestion from a youtube video to combat gout. the mixture obviously came into the back of my throat and burned the cords.

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Been suffering from acid reflux. what does it indicate if drinking apple cider vinegar or baking soda make it worse ?

A member asked:

What's a good way to clear your scalp pores? shampoo? conditioner? soap? apple cider vinegar? baking soda?

A member asked:

Is washing hair and scalp with baking soda and apple cider vinegar good or bad?

A member asked:

Some say to wash vagina with apple cider vinegar to restore natural ph and some say to wash it with baking soda. but one is acidic and other alkaline.

A member asked:

I put baking soda, lysine & apple cider vinegar on a cold sore & it swelled up. did i mess up?

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