Looking
for a way to ditch the itch? A heavy cream can be the answer. Try
petroleum jelly or another thick moisturizer. It locks water into your
skin to help it heal and reduce the redness.
Apple Cider Vinegar
is more than just a salad dressing. Put some on your head a few times a
week -- either full strength or mixed with water. It's a recipe for
relief when your scalp calls out "scratch me."
Rinse it off after
it dries so you won't get an irritation. And don't try this when your
scalp is bleeding or cracked. The vinegar will make it feel like it's
burning.
Spend some time in the great outdoors. The sun's ultraviolet B rays can help fight your psoriasis.
Stick to 5 or 10 minutes a day, and use sunscreen on spots without psoriasis. Too much sun can raise your risk of skin cancer.
Want to shed some scales and soothe your skin? Put Dead Sea or Epsom salts into a tub with warm water. Soak for about 15 minutes, and use a moisturizer when you're done to seal in the water.
Capsaicin the
ingredient that makes chili peppers hot, and it's got a place in your
bag of tricks. Researchers say it can cut pain, inflammation, and
redness. You'll find it in over-the-counter creams.
But ... Some people say it gives them a burning feeling when they put it on their skin.
You might know tumeric as
the yellow herb that shows up in foods with a curry sauce. Studies show
it may cut down your psoriasis flare-ups. You can try it as an
ingredient in your meals or as a supplement.
It
comes from a plant that's native to Australia, but you don't have to go
that far to get relief. Shampoos with this ingredient may help
psoriasis on your scalp, though more research is needed.
It's
a natural way to soothe your skin. Put some ground-up oats in your
bath, sit back, and relax. Just make sure the water is warm, not hot, so
you don't irritate your skin.
Cut down your stress to shake off your symptoms. Meditation can help you take your psoriasis in stride. Yoga is especially helpful if you have psoriatic arthritis, too, because it eases joint pain and expands your range of motion.
Put
cream on your skin at bedtime and cover the area with plastic wrap.
Then add a layer of tight clothing -- like gloves or socks. The idea is
to seal the moisturizer in while you sleep and let your skin absorb it.
Omega-3 fatty acids fights
inflammation, and you can find them in fatty fish like salmon,
mackerel, tuna, and sardines. You can also buy fish oil supplements.
How much they help with psoriasis isn't so clear. Studies have mixed results, so get your doctor's advice.
The name's a little misleading: It's really an evergreen plant. The formal name is Mahonia aquifolium. Look for creams where it's 10% of the ingredients. It's shown some promise in studies.
This
eating plan puts the focus on fish, veggies and fruits, and whole
grains. A small study shows it might tone down your symptoms.
Studies
suggest this plant can improve psoriasis. Aloe vera is
anti-inflammatory and helps decrease redness. Use unscented gel or cream
with 0.5% in it on your skin.
Steer clear of tablets. There's no evidence that they help.
Thank you For reading,
May GOD heal you.
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