Are there any special foods that can make your psoriasis disappear? Sadly, no. But here’s the thing: While there is no specific diet for psoriatic disease, certain ingredients and eating styles may help you feel better by keeping psoriasis symptoms in check and improving your overall health.
A few things to keep in mind:
Psoriatic disease is associated with inflammation. Upping your consumption of anti-inflammatory foods and cutting back on foods that can increase inflammation (think added sugar, unhealthy fats, and alcohol) might be worth a shot, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Psoriasis is linked to certain nutritional deficiencies. These deficiencies include omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and selenium. It’s a good idea to work closely with your doctor and registered dietitian-nutritionist to make sure you’re getting all the nutrients you need and tackling any issues head-on.
Psoriasis is connected to an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. It also plays a role in the likelihood of metabolic syndrome. As a result, it’s important to choose foods that make your heart happy, help keep blood sugar levels in check, and support a healthy weight.
The seven tasty lunch recipes below — filled with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, and created exclusively for Everyday Health — can help you calm the inflammation of psoriasis (and psoriatic arthritis too).
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