Spiro
About Spiro
Spiro Koulouris has been living with gout since 2001 and was diagnosed at the young age of only 26 years old. He loves educating other gout patients on the web through his gout blog, Gout and You and loves engaging with his audience on social media.
Spiro hopes that his blog can be a welcoming and supportive online meeting place, where gout sufferers can find all the relevant information that they require to change their diet and lifestyle in order to live a healthier life.
Spiro Koulouris has been featured in many major media publications like Slate, Men'sHealth, Arthritis Health Monitor, and Mercola.com. He is grateful for the opportunity to contribute and connect with the NewLifeOutlook Gout community.
Spiro is a proud Montrealer, born and raised in beautiful Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Spiro's Work
Four Treatment Options for Gout to Be Aware Of
Gout is a chronic condition but is a manageable one. Available gout treatment options include the use of medications, diet, lifestyle, and natural remedies.
10 Gout Symptoms to Be Aware Of
There are a number of gout symptoms to look out for if you think you are at risk, including pain and swelling in the joints.
How Will Gout Affect My Work?
Living with gout can be incredibly debilitating at times, even while at work. Spiro shares his own advice about working with gout a little more easier.
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding What Gout Is (and Isn’t)
What is gout? Gout is a condition caused by a buildup of uric acid in the body either because there is too much or the body is excreting too little.
Don’t Eat That! 9 Foods That Trigger Painful Gout Attacks
Reducing your intake of foods that are high in purines reduces your likelihood of having a gout attack. These are the foods to avoid with gout.
How Much Water Do You Need to Drink to Prevent Gout Flare-Ups?
You’ve probably heard water helps in the fight against gout, but here’s the truth about gout and water – drinking water does help reduce gout attacks!
How Dairy Products Positively Impact Gout Symptoms
There are many benefits of dairy. Dairy not only helps improve gout, but it has shown to help prevent gout flares from occurring in the first place.
Does Baking Soda Work for Gout?
Gout and baking soda, does it work? Yes! You can use baking soda to help relieve gout attacks and flare-ups with this natural remedy.