Stuff like salami, hot dogs, pepperoni, bologna, ham, bacon and SPAM all normally contain sodium nitrate as one of the ingredients. Fresh meats generally do not contain any added chemicals, so the question is, Why is sodium nitrate added to all of these processed meats?.
Drug treatment is recommended on a long-term basis for: 1  frequent attacks of gout and signs of tophi under the skin (tophi are small white lumps that can form under the skin). 2  evidence of joint damage â either in terms of associated symptoms or damage detected by X-ray. 3  a history of kidney stones.
Dietary Guidelines for Gout Prevention and Treatment. 1  Avoid very high purine foods and limit high purine foods to not more than a serving per day (see chart below). 2  Avoid rich, high-fat, meat-centered meals. 3  Eat several servings of fiber-rich plant foods such as whole grains, vegetables, fruits, each day.