How to Care for Eczema and Psoriasis Prone Skin

Rashes can be helped by lifestyle changes.

CAUSES:

1: Nutrition

2: Environment

3: Allergies

4: Gut dysbiosis

5: Genes

FIXES:

1:         Correct nutrition. Do not be afraid of fats.

• Make sure you get enough healthy fats: butter (YES!), extra virgin cold pressed olive oil, Omega 3 fish oils (Krill oil is very good as it is low in food chain so cleaner). Flax oil if vegetarian, but please note not all people are able to make conversion.

• Eat the rainbow: i.e. eat from as many different types of foods, with as many different colours as possible every day. Variety is key and provides lots of anti-oxidants!

• Avoid at all cost: Margarine, hydrogenated fats, fried vegetable oils.

• Get the right nutrients. Vitamin A (Butter), Vitamin E (avocado) and Zinc are especially important for the skin. (Many people are deficient in zinc; white flecks on nails indicate this).

• Take a multivitamin/mineral to cover bases.

• Eat good quality protein. Fish, meat. (Organic if poss.)

• Avoid coffee, sugar, tobacco, alcohol

• Stop smoking

• Get enough sleep and exercise.

• Get enough liquids.

• Avoid burnt/BBQ foods.

• Eczema and psoriasis sufferers can really benefit from taking Evening Primrose oil and Zinc. See Dr Myhill’s website for dosages.

• Cut carbs: pasta, bread, sugar, potatoes, rice and all refined carbs can aggravate conditions.

2:         Environment: Wash less, avoid products that strip the skin. Avoid chemicals (chlorine in tap water, swimming pools). Try using a natural oil with tea tree to kill any Staph. Aureus on skin. For psoriasis, get enough sunshine on the skin.

3:         Allergies: Avoid triggers. Common food triggers are eggs, dairy, wheat, additives, colourings and flavourings. Take anti-dust mite actions.  

4:         Gut dysbiosis: Ensure you eat a whole food, healthy diet. Support your digestion with digestive enzymes, probiotics. Try taking apple cider vinegar before every meal to balance stomach acid. Try checking stomach acid levels. Take zinc supplements. Try the Stone Age Diet.

5:         Genes: You cannot change your genes, but if you are genetically disposed to an atopic condition, it makes sense to be extra careful with nutrition and environment. This means you can modify your body’s responses.

For doses of vitamins and minerals and other nutritional support, please check Dr Myhill's website, or see a nutritionist for advice. Check withyour GP.

This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your doctor before making any changes.