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Originally Posted by m~nien
I have to say that walking is not an option for me at this time, because of the gout (could that be from eating rich food ?)
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Hi m~nien!
It's great that you are building up a lot more stamina. Have you tried water exercise? It's wonderful to move without pressure on my joints. I'm not a very good swimmer, I like to walk - or bounce! in the water. Lots of fun!
I have a concern for you ... do you actually have gout? It's one of the few disorders that eating low carb can make worse. Here's a link to Dr. Atkins' website for more information ...
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Gout is caused by a build up of uric acid. Here are some of the things that cause it to develop:
* Higher than normal levels of uric acid can be part of the inherited make-up of some families
* Obesity
* High alcohol intake
* Some of the drugs used to treat high blood pressure.
* Less commonly, longstanding kidney disease may result in high blood levels of uric acid.
* High intake of food containing purines (Offal foods such as liver, kidneys, tripe, sweetbreads and tongue; red meat; Shellfish, fish roe and scallops; Peas. lentils and beans.)
Good luck!
****Edited to add ... I just read your profile and see you're doing CAD. I'm doing a different diet, so I don't know if the same applies for you. Maybe it's just something to bring up to your doctor, just in case.