Prevent more attacks. 1  Control your weight. Being overweight increases your risk for gout. 2  Follow a moderate exercise program. 3  Limit alcohol, especially beer. Alcohol can reduce the release of uric acid by the kidneys into your urine, causing an increase of uric acid in your body.  Limit meat and seafood.
Selecting the carpet - carpeting can cost as little as $2 per square foot, or as high as $100 per square yard, but the average carpet and pad 1 will cost between $30 and $40 per square yard - for a total of around $995 for the carpeting alone.
However, if you are getting a medium or high end carpet you will also want to purchase at least a medium end carpet pad. After all, it is all that separates you from a hard surface. The more cushiony, the better it will feel. Carpet padding costs $.50 to $1.50 per square foot. It will cost you roughly $2 to $3 to have carpet installed for mid-ranged carpet. Notice we specific that that is the price you will pay for mid-range carpet installation. This cost will vary, depending on what type of carpet you are installing.