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.
Diet is the most important factor in controlling gout symptoms and warding off attacks of gout. During a gout attack, you should also stay well-hydrated, ice down the joint that's in pain and take over-the-counter pain relief medication if necessary. Your doctor can prescribe drugs that help your body rid itself of uric acid. Vegetables