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Best 12 Natural Home Remedies to Relieve Psoriasis
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8. Fish Around
There have been several studies that link the omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil to improvements in psoriasis affected skin. The people in the study took what would be considered large doses, but there are other studies which show that simply applying fish oil directly on the affected area helped them to heal faster. Can’t hurt, might help. Buy some fish oil capsules and take some by mouth, then pierce some of the other capsules and apply them to your skin directly.
9. Apply a Bit of Aloe
Aloe vera has been known for centuries to help the skin deal with cuts and burns, and research done in the early 1990’s shows that aloe vera can help clear up psoriasis as well. If you have your own plant, simply break open the leaves and apply the clear gel part of the plant directly to the affected area. You can also buy bottles of pure aloe vera gel at most health food stores and apply it right from the bottle.
10. Baking Soda
If you are having a major itch attack, try mixing 1.5 cups of baking soda into 3 gallons of water. Soak a cloth in this mixture and apply it to the itchy areas. This works great when it seems like nothing will stop the itch.
11. Pump up the Humidity
Dry indoor air means dry skin and dry skin is your enemy if you are affected with psoriasis. If you live in an area with dry air, or if you run heaters or air conditioners regularly, use a room humidifier to increase the humidity in your home.
12. Spice It Up
The active ingredient in cayenne pepper that makes it so hot, capsaicin, helps to stop both the pain and itching of psoriasis. It does this by blocking the signals that the nerves send out to the brain. Many studies show that creams containing between .025 and .075 percent capsaicin help to stop itching and even helps psoriasis to heal. Apply the cream daily and you should start seeing improvements in about 10 days to 2 weeks. Don’t use these creams anywhere near your face or eyes! Read more about cayenne pepper health benefits.
Resources:
American Academy of Dermatology: “What is Psoriasis?”
National Psoriasis Foundation: “Sunlight and Other Psoriasis Treatments,” “Time to Kick the Habit? Thinking Twice About Alcohol and Cigarettes,” “Treatment Overview,” “Your Diet and Psoriasis: Maintaining Overall Well-Being,” “Itch Relief.”
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