Herbs for Natural Treatment of Psoriasis
- April 6, 2018
- Posted by Vaidya Jagjit Singh
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Introduction
Skin disorders involve different types that can result in discomforts to a person. It is necessary to keep the skin in a better state for controlling complications. There are several factors responsible for skin problems and one should focus more on how to eliminate them effectively. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes dry red rashes with silvery scales. It mainly occurs on the knees, elbow, scalp, and lower back which can lead to severe complications. People who are having psoriasis problems may face psychological and emotional distress and they need immediate medical attention. The treatments for psoriasis may vary from one patient to another patient depending on the skin conditions.
Causes of Psoriasis
- Hereditary factors
- Excessive smoking
- Alcohol consumption
- Mental stress
- Bruises
- Skin irritants
- Cuts
- Poor diet
- Changes in the modern lifestyle
- Infections
- High exposure to sun
- Drugs
- Obesity
Symptoms of Psoriasis
- Itching
- Silvery scales
- Pains and inflammation
- Blisters
- Redness on the skin
- Burning sensation
- Dry skin patches
- Joint swelling
- Anxiety
- Low esteem levels
- Depression
Types of Psoriasis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Plague psoriasis
- Guttate psoriasis
- Pustular psoriasis
- Erythrodermic psoriasis
Ayurveda and Psoriasis
Ayurveda is an ancient tradition medical treatment system that deals health problems with herbal plants, yoga, meditation, yoga and diet plans. It aims at treating psoriasis symptoms by balancing Pitta, Vata, and Kapha doshas.
The Ayurveda physicians believe that psoriasis is mainly caused by Vata and Kapha doshas. They even focus more on providing solutions for the problems with certain specifications which include:
- Detoxifying and cleansing the blood
- Improving the metabolism
- Implementing therapy and medicated herbal baths
- Enhancing the conditions of immune system
- Internal medications for promoting the skin conditions
- Preparing herbal decoctions
- Dietary and lifestyle changes
On the other hand, the treatments may vary from one person to another person depending on conditions allowing patients to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Herbs for Psoriasis
Another thing is that they recommend the following types of herbal plants for restoring skin conditions with high success rates.
1. Aloe vera (Aloe Barbadensis)
Aloe vera is a powerful herbal plant that gives ways for treating skin irritation and minor injuries efficiently to live a problem less life. It is an ideal one for those who want to relief from the symptoms significantly.
2. Black nightshade (Solanum nigrum)
Black nightshade is an excellent choice for psoriasis symptoms enabling the patients to experience desired outputs. It works well for the inflammation and other problems to overcome risks.
3. Guggul (Commiphora wightii)
Guggul is the most used herbal plant in Ayurveda treatment due to its medical properties. It contributes more to reduce the inflammation of skin for experiencing peace of mind from potential risks.
4. Neem (Azadirachta indica)
Neem is wonderful herb for blood purification process thereby giving ways for lowering the symptoms of psoriasis to a larger extent. Furthermore, it helps to boost the immune system enabling a patient to reduce skin problems.
5. Jasmine flower (Jasminum)
The medicinal properties of jasmine flower can help psoriasis patients to minimize itching and inflammation problems. In fact, the paste prepared from the flowers show ways for keeping skin in a perfect condition.
6. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Turmeric can cause soothing effects on the skin enabling the patients to get relief from redness, swelling, and inflammation problems.
All the herbal plants are 100% safe that pave ways for eliminating side effects.
Diet & Lifestyle Advice
Patients should follow the diet and lifestyle changes after undergoing a treatment. Diet is the important factor that plays an important role in psoriasis treatment. It is advisable to avoid the following foods for living a trouble free life.
- Fermented foods and bakery items
- Cold drinks, ice creams, and fast foods
- Whey and fine flour
- Raddish, sesame, jaggery, fish, curds and sour foods
- Sweets, chocolates, and paneer
- Non-vegetarian foods
- Red chilies, green chilies, garlic, and onion
- Fried and oily foods
- Fruit jams, preserved juices, and dried fruits
- Salty foods
- Acidic foods
- Fermented foods
- Indigestible foods
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Vaidya Jagjit Singh is a 3rd generation Ayurved physician from his family and is the remarkable person responsible for setting up of the Chandigarh Ayurved and Panchkarma Centre in sector 32 and 22, Chandigarh and Zirakpur and he is also the first founder member of Guru Ravidas Ayurved University. He has done his B.A.M.S. from Shri Dhanwantri Ayurvedic College, Chandigarh. He is an admirable ayurvedic physician with specialization in Chronic ailments.