tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5217666335551247858.post858558952825476851..comments2023-06-13T08:27:37.777-07:00Comments on The Psoriasis Spot: Nutrition, Nutrition, NutritionDudley Dixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10463988486568081821noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5217666335551247858.post-17311231311130125572013-01-19T19:23:16.251-08:002013-01-19T19:23:16.251-08:00Hi Smith,
I am sorry to read of your psoriasis an...Hi Smith,<br /><br />I am sorry to read of your psoriasis and arthritis troubles. At 4 years and 2.5 years respectively, you appear to be fairly new to these conditions but your symptoms seem quite strong. However, I see no mention of you modifying or experimenting with your diet. That is the core of the problem so needs the most attention.<br /><br />First off, I recommend that you read my blog from the beginning rather than just this post to which you responded. In my earliest posts I described how I worked my way through the diet issues to find what the worst culprits were among the foods that I was eating. If you haven't gone through the process of keeping an accurate diary of what you were eating and drinking and how your symptoms reacted then you should do so. It is really the only way to find out for sure what works for and against you. I can tell you what works for me but you may be different.<br /><br />You should also make sure that you read the posts that I have written that mention inflammation in the titles. Your psoriasis and arthritis are both inflammation that is caused mainly by your diet and can be improved by reducing or eliminating red meat, fried foods, processed foods, sodas and various other toxic foods and drinks. They all aggravate your digestive system and that is where your autoimmune system is being upset. <br /><br />You should increase the amounts of anti-oxidant foods in your diet because they are the ones that have anti-inflammatory affects on your system. Those anti-oxidant foods are colourful vegetables and fruits such as carrots, tomatoes, brocolli, spinach, sweet peppers etc as well as spices like tumeric, paprika and black pepper.<br /><br />I have not experimented with probiotics except that I have a few spoonfulls of plain yoghurt every morning after breakfast.<br /><br />I have not experimented with natural topical treatments. For my scalp I alternate between tar and salycilic acid shampoos and use a small amount of Scalpicin daily, which keeps it clear of scaling and itching.<br /><br />You will also find a post titled "Easing Arthritis Symptoms" about stretching and straightening my joints to aleviate the arthritis symptoms. Those methods have proven very effective for me.<br /><br />Hope this helps you. Remember that these are only my opinions and you need to experiment for yourself to establish what works for you.Dudley Dixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10463988486568081821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5217666335551247858.post-82567831650702626842013-01-19T15:10:38.241-08:002013-01-19T15:10:38.241-08:00Dear Sir
I would like to get some detailed informa...Dear Sir<br />I would like to get some detailed information on how you treated your PA. <br />(i am a 38years old mom).<br />I have scalp psoriasis (since 4 years, diagnosed 2 yrs back) and Psoriatic arthritis (since 2.5 yrs),<br />,the scaly itchy scalp is bad.<br />The arthritis has also been a big struggle, need orthotics and can only use sports shoes like New Balance, no regular work shoes etc.<br /><br />Have been on ADVIL about 2 yrs back 2tabs 3 times daily, but got to a point where i was limping with pain during walk(toes, knees etc). Also problem with wrist, fingers , tendons, muscles (aches and pain all over). Some Ayurvedaic treatments and medicines helped about 1 yr back. But then again it became bad, currently on some supplements through a nutritionist and it is helping.<br /><br />I would like to know if you have been on natural alternatives.<br />My digestive system is a also a havoc, gassy, indigestion etc, it was under control but a recent antibiotic does upset the stomach badly.<br /><br />I want to consider probiotics for my digestion (feel there is a link between trouble with digestive system and autoimmune issues) .<br />Also want to try some natural topical for my scalp.<br /><br />Do you have suggestions for good probiotics and natural topical cream that you have tried and can recommend.<br /><br />Any help is much appreciated.<br />smi_ssb@yahoo.com<br />Thanks<br />SmithSmithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06949319205829761224noreply@blogger.com