Herbal Remedies For Psoriasis.

Psoriasis manifests as reddish, silvery, raised, scaled lesions. Once you have it, it is very hard to get it into remission.

There may be occasional spontaneous remissions and it never appears again. It can manifest as thick scalp dandruff or scalp lesions that spread mainly over the middle torso, anus, genitals, groin, knees, elbows, and very occasionally the face and neck.

It tends not to itch although it might, and it looks unsightly. The nails can be affected too, taking on a mottled appearance and even falling off. The skin cells are multiply at a much higher rate than with normal skin, causing a pile-up of skin as new cells have had time to shed.

Herbal Remedies

Cayenne (capsaicin) cream relieves pain when applied repeatedly. There may be a period of unpleasant burning following the first several applications; this usually subsides. Do not apply to broken skin.

Dang quai Capsules taken at the beginning of an outbreak will reduce inflammation.

Camomile This herb is Soothing and anti-inflammatory. People with allergy to ragweed should avoid chamomile.apply the cream or make a paste.

Lavender This herb is Analgesic and anti-inflammatory.Mix equal parts essential oil with olive oil and apply liberally.

Milk thistle Taken as a tea, tincture, or capsules it is anti-inflammatory and supports liver metabolism.

goldenseal This herb is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and reputedly prevents toxin formation in the bowel.Use capsules, teas, or tinctures.

Yarrow This is Astringent and soothing.Add two ounces of the herb to one quart boiling water, simmer for 15 minutes, and add to bath water.

Aloe vera This herb is anti-inflammatory, soothing, and antibacteria.

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