Turmeric (curcuma longa) has been used for centuries in cooking and as an herbal remedy in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Curcumin which is the pharmacological agent in turmeric is a powerful antioxidant. It can also lower the levels of two inflammatory enzymes in the body.Curcumin is widely used to treat different types of arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Since gout is a type of arthritis, turmeric could be used to treat this condition too.Anti-inflammatory foods are a natural way to prevent gout. Turmeric could reduce inflammation caused by gout. Other foods that can prevent gout are pineapple, ginger, cherry juice, watercress, hot peppers and lemons.Unfortunately, there is little scientific evidence about the benefit of turmeric for gout (this is the case with most herbal medications and their benefits).urmeric (curcuma longa) has been used for centuries in cooking and as an herbal remedy in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Curcumin which is the pharmacological agent in turmeric is a powerful antioxidant. It can also lower the levels of two inflammatory enzymes in the body.