If you've ever been caught wearing a long-sleeved shirt on a sultry, summer day, you may be battling an embarrassing and uncomfortable, inflammatory disorder of the skin called psoriasis. Tossing all of your beach shorts in the trash is not a happy alternative either.
Science is offering help for healing your psoriasis, and some of it is on your food menu and at your local gym. Here are answers to some of the most baffling questions as you struggle :
Will Losing Weight Help My Psoriasis?
Since fat is inflammatory tissue, then losing weight can help. Fat cells secrete proteins called cytokines; Consequently, these proteins can encourage more inflammation of your skin. Take …show more content…
Every cell in your body needs water in order to repair and grow new tissue. Drinking enough water keeps the immune system elevated to be successful in fighting off inflammations. Drink eight or more glasses of water every day. Hydrated cells age more slowly, so your recaptured youth will stay around longer. Be kind to yourself.
Is Vitamin D One of the Answers To Healing?
Just 10 minutes of exposure to the afternoon sun can help in healing your psoriasis. So, take a nature walk, or spend some time in the garden. Vitamin D brings about a change in the way cells grow, moreover, it has the power to slow growth.
Get a supply of whole food, cod liver oil at your organic food store, and serve the whole family some salmon, mackerel or tuna fish. It has natural vitamin D and it adds nutrition to the menu.
Should I Begin An Exercise Routine?
Now that you know more about the healing properties of nutrient-dense, whole foods, you can begin your journey to good health, and you can wear those exotic shorts or even a bathing suit. The beach will be happy to see you back in the swing of things, and your family will be appreciative of the happy you. You deserve a nice island vacation