Helping to share the web since 1996


Psoriasis Diet: Foods to avoid if You have Psoriasis

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease in which any part of the skin becomes red with rashes and itching. It mostly occurs on the knees, elbows and back. According to experts, one third of the patients of psoriasis have mental diseases like depression and stress.

Usually people ignore it as a common skin problem, but it can spread throughout the body. Therefore, by making some changes in the diet along with treatment, psoriasis may not be eliminated, but it can definitely be prevented from progressing.

 

Psoriasis Diet: Stop consuming these 8 Foods immediately

1. Whole Milk

Like cancer and heart disease, psoriasis is also an inflammatory disease. Fat is inflammatory tissue and reducing it can help with psoriasis. Whole milk i.e. fatty milk contains 3.25% fat. If you have to consume milk, then milk or skimmed milk (fatless milk) with 1-2% fat can be used.

2. Cheese

Cheese is also a dairy product containing fat. This can also increase inflammation in the body and increase the symptoms of psoriasis. Try to eat foods that taste like it instead of cheese. If you have a habit of eating more burgers and sandwiches, then eat the cheese completely separately from them.

3. Processed Food

Processed foods are high in fat and sugar.
The inflammatory properties of processed foods and fast food can bother you. They are high in fat and sugar. Psoriasis patients should stay away from these things. They should consume fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

4. Red Meat

Red meat or red meat has a high amount of fat. This can worsen the condition of psoriasis patients. Lean meats, such as chicken and fish without skin, can be eaten instead of red meat. Some people find that omega 3 fats found in fish help control psoriasis.

5. Gluten

Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye, can bother some patients with psoriasis. Many people are allergic to it. If you are also allergic to it then follow the gluten free diet.

6. Wine

Alcohol can also aggravate the symptoms of psoriasis.
Alcohol damages many parts of our body. This leads to liver and heart diseases. Some people believe that it can also aggravate the symptoms of psoriasis. Therefore, the longer you can keep away from alcohol, the better.

7. Coffee

Things like coffee and tea contain a chemical called caffeine, which can increase inflammation in the body. Caffeine can also be found in soft drinks, energy drinks and hot chocolate. So avoid all these things.

8. Chocolate

Chocolate is also a source of caffeine. Therefore, it is better to stay away from protein bars, chocolate flavored ice cream, toffee and sweets made from chocolate.

Newer Articles

Older Articles

Back to news headlines