This Natural Food or Supplement Could Be The Answer To Your Psoriasis Problem

Curcumin is a powerful antioxidant and compound found in the spice turmeric which gives it a natural pigment. From easing depression, relieving soreness in muscles, prevention of cancer, management of stress, antibiotic, antiseptic, blood purification, digestive aid, fat metabolizer and many other health benefits, turmeric has been found to outperform many pharmaceuticals.

A recent Florence University study provided conclusive evidence that curcumin can help treat psoriasis.

The study included 60 participants suffering from psoriasis who were supposed to add 3,000 mg of curcumin daily to the traditional steroids they were using already.

The results after 12 weeks showed that irritated skin decreased in intensity by 48%.

“These improvements were a result of the anti-inflammatory influence of curcumin and its boosting effect on the topical steroids’ assault on the causes of psoriasis,” said Heather Wooery-Lloyd says, MD, director of ethnic skin care for the University of Miami Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery.

Woolery-Lloyd adds that even if dermatologists have agreed that curcumin is very promising when it comes to treatment of psoriasis, it is not recommended for everyone.

People that should avoid it are patients who have dealt with kidney stones because curcumin can cause the formation of new ones and can also have some side effects like diarrhea and nausea.

Psoriasis patients can start with 1,200 mg of curcumin daily, which will help when it comes to skin patches (this dose is enough), and then, by constant increasing, reach up to 3,000 mg a day, unless digestion is affected.

If you are currently taking prescription medication, consult with your doctor to find out if any contraindications exist with curcumin supplementation.

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Source: www.prevention.com