Sounds like something I will keep in mind next time I may get Gout again. It makes sense that an acid ph balance would cause gout.
The blended raw cranberries in water throughout the day - as well as quitting the birth control shots did help me-- but it took a few weeks.
I had an odd reaction from the water/cranberry drinks too. I would sweat profusely under my arms throughout the day. Eventually, there was no body odor - just sweat, but my blouses/t-shirts looked like I had just finished running a marathon!
It could be that whatever toxins were built up in me that indirectly caused the gout, were being flushed out quickly through sweat.
I would bet an organic orange fast would also quickly rid gout, shingles, and everything else caused by an acidic ph balance.