How Do You Treat Psoriasis With Diet?
Psoriasis is a condition of the skin, characterized by itchy “plaque” patches that show up primarily on the elbows, scalp and knees. It can, however, take over a persons arm, legs or face. Psoriasis originates within a person’s immune system. The immune system, if not functioning correctly, can damage the genetic system within the body that tells skin cells when to divide. In a person with psoriasis, these skin cells are reproducing at a much faster rate, causing the cells to build up and the skin to get scaly and patchy. While psoriasis won’t necessarily be “cured” with dietary changes, there are positive steps one can take nutritionally that will relieve the symptoms and help rebuild the immune system. Eat more Omega-3 fatty acids. Adding fish to the diet increases intake of Omega-3 fatty acids. According to the “American Journal for Clinical Nutrition,” studies have found that psoriasis patients that increased their fish oil (Omega-3) intake had great improvement in their skin lesio
