Psoriasis is a painful skin disease in which scaly patches of skin form on the skin. The condition, which can appear on any part of the body, can vary in severity but can take months to resolve. MedicForum spoke with nutritionist Vasilisa Ponomareva about the best foods to eat to relieve symptoms and the ones to skip to avoid a flare-up.
Psoriasis is often a painful and uncomfortable condition in which dry, scaly patches appear on the skin that can vary in severity and location. Also, like gout or arthritis, psoriasis is chronic, which means that patients can live with it for a long time.
There are different types of psoriasis, including plaque psoriasis, which usually occurs on the elbows, knees, scalp and lower back.
They usually itch or hurt, and in severe cases, they can crack and bleed; it is the most common form of psoriasis.
Other common forms of the disease include:
• Psoriasis of the scalp
• Psoriasis of the nails
• Inverse psoriasis
• Pustular psoriasis
Regarding the foods in question, which are best recommended for relief.
“Whole grains, fruits and vegetables, beans, lentils, fish, lean protein, vegetable proteins such as tofu or tempeh, nuts and seeds are all foods that help fight inflammation and promote a healthy, balanced diet. Some studies have shown that some patients have gluten sensitivity and psoriasis symptoms improve when following a gluten-free diet. That's why choosing gluten-free pasta and bread, and avoiding beer and gluten-laden fruit zucchini, can help alleviate psoriasis,” nutritionist Vasilisa Ponomareva tells MedicForum.