Comment NEWSLETTER for more similar health information, and I'll send you a link to my free weekly newsletter 🗞️ 🥩🍟 Could your diet be contributing to your joint pain? Most people know that certain foods can trigger gout attacks, but many don’t realize that diets high in ultra-processed foods, sugary foods, and fried foods may also increase inflammation throughout the body. 🦶 Gout occurs when uric acid crystals build up inside a joint, causing sudden pain, redness, and swelling. 🍩 Foods and drinks high in sugar, alcohol, and processed ingredients can increase the risk of gout flares in susceptible individuals. 🙋‍♀️ But even in those who are not predisposed to developing gout, how does food potentially cause inflammation? Well, approximately 70-80% of your body’s immune cells are found in and around your gastrointestinal tract, so the food you eat can definitely influence inflammation in your whole body. 🌾 For some people, gluten-containing foods may also contribute to sym...