Since psoriasis is a chronic condition with no definitive cure, it’s a disease that needs managing. Kitchen remedies come in handy to help you ease and soothe the symptoms and act as a quick treatment for sudden flares. But do these kitchen remedies work or not?
They’re helpful in avoid triggers, they give you relief, and can be very soothing on the skin. They also stop the itching, naturally. Alternative medicine is most commonly found in everyone’s kitchen. Although kitchen remedies are not scientifically proven, they are very helpful in managing a bad flare-up. And even though aren’t a definitive cure, people often come forward with their positive reviews about these ingredients commonly found in the kitchen.
Here are the top items commonly found in kitchens that give psoriasis relief:
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil loosens scales and is especially useful for scalp application and on scaly areas. You need to gently massage coconut oil on to the scales. Its highly moisturising and thus loosens the scales. Its unlikely that use of coconut oil will trigger symptoms. But it may or may not work in providing relief for everyone, especially if you are allergic to coconut.
Coconut oil is not a standalone treatment for psoriasis, but it does work in removing scales. As a topical treatment option, coconut oil is safe without adverse effects. Take a few tablespoons of it and rub it on to your palm and on the affected areas of your skin and scalp. Do this at least 3 or 4 times a day. But don’t go overboard with coconut oil use because it can get greasy, messy, and can smell if left behind on clothes and in your hair.
Coconut oil stops the growth of bacteria, reduces redness and swelling of the skin. It's one of the top ingredients in DIY natural kitchen remedies for psoriasis.
Olive oil
Olive oil is packed with Omega-3 fatty acids. It may help reduce inflammation when applied to affected skin areas. Rub small amounts of warm olive oil on to scaly patches to soften them up. Massage some on to your scalp during a shower to get rid of flakes of skin from your scalp. Its one of the natural treatment options for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
Extra virgin olive oil does a great job at preventing skin from drying up. It loosens flakes and is one of the next best kitchen ingredients for psoriasis. Dab a small amount on the affected areas wherever you have plaques. Olive oil warmed up a little works best for psoriasis. It seals any moisture that your skin holds and is high in fatty acid and Vitamin E content. It helps deal with burns and lesions caused by psoriasis effectively. Olive oil is soothing when applied topically to the skin. You can also dilute the oil slightly to be better absorbed by skin.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Because of its antiseptic properties, apple cider vinegar may help soothe the itching and irritation from psoriasis, especially on the scalp. Those who support its use suggest applying ACV directly on the scalp several times a week.
The National Psoriasis Foundation NPF specifically endorses Apple Cider Vinegar as a treatment to help stop scalp itch. Keep a bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar close to your shower if you suffer from scalp psoriasis. It locks water into your skin. Make sure to use organic apple cider vinegar.
ACV is long been known to reduce inflammation and itching that occurs because of psoriasis. It also works as a disinfectant. ACV is a versatile healing substance thanks to its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Turmeric
The active ingredient in Turmeric, curcumin is used in the treatment of psoriasis. Applying curcumin gel reduces psoriasis lessons and significantly reduces symptoms. Curcumin has therapeutic effects on psoriasis. It inhibits inflammation for people with psoriatic arthritis.
Turmeric based therapy is one of the most effective kitchen remedies for people with mild to moderate psoriasis. Studies have shown that curcumin has anti-proliferative, anti-angiogenic, and anti-inflammatory effects. It’s a complementary therapy to be coupled with medical treatment. In fact, all kitchen remedies can be coupled with medical therapy to treat psoriasis.
Conclusion
Check your kitchen for psoriasis relief because you will find quick and easy-to-find ingredients that everyone already has in their kitchen. When you’re having a bad day with psoriasis and you get desperate for quick and easy cures and fixes, these will come in handy.
Your kitchen is the best place to go for a natural remedy for the itching, redness, and constant irritation. Medicinal ingredients are commonly available in Indian kitchens because we use medicinal herbs, and spices for our everyday cooking. You don’t need to run to the store to find them because chances are they’re already available in your pantry. Kitchen and home remedies are very soothing and have a motherly effect to them. Which is why they can cure almost anything instantly.
