Is Cinnamon Good for Gout?

Researchers from China evaluated 122 different herbs and spices for their effectiveness at reducing uric acid levels, the main trigger for gout flare-ups and guess what? Cinnamon proved to be the most effective of them all, for inhibiting the enzyme responsible for producing uric acid and avoiding a gout attack.

Does cinnamon help with gout?

Results: Uric acid in decoction cinnamon with honey group was lower than in control group and it was statistically significant (p= 0.023). Conclusion: Decoction cinnamon with honey can reduce uric acid level among gout patients.

What is the best thing to drink if you have gout?

Hence, people with gout should drink coffee with low-fat or skimmed milk and without sugar to prevent attacks. Drinking one to two cups of coffee should do the trick. Lemon water: A study has reported that lemon water or drinks high in vitamin C helps neutralize uric acid in the body.