The method of using cabbage leaves to apply to the joint area with gout is applied by many people because it is simple, almost cost-free and can help reduce pain. The method is to put a few cabbage leaves in the freezer, when needed, remove the hard tendon, crush the leaves and apply them around the painful area, then wrap a towel or food wrap to fix it.
According to the explanation, the active ingredients in cabbage can penetrate through the skin to help reduce symptoms; in addition, cold cabbage leaves themselves also have the effect of soothing the inflamed area.
However, we should note that this should not be considered a completely alternative treatment.
Cabbage is also a good food for health if supplemented with meals. It is a food low in purines, rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, which help enhance uric acid excretion through the kidneys, reduce inflammation, and support digestion, thereby helping to control and reduce gout pain.
However, cooking can lose nutrients, especially vitamin C, so raw cabbage can be eaten in salads or mixed dishes. When processing, people with gout need to pay attention to choosing accompanying foods with low purine content, especially when eating with meat.
