All About Psoriasis Herbal Remedies
by Lelia Hall
Topical treatments, ultraviolet light therapy and pills and injections are some of the ways that modern science treats skin disorders. Psoriasis does not always respond to these treatments and if it does, the solution is not always permanent. The alternative is <A href="http://www.skin-remedies.com">psoriasis herbal remedies</A> that help patients live a normal life by relieving the harsh symptoms associated with the condition.
One of the herbs that have numerous applications in alternative medicine is aloe Vera. Extracts from the aloe plant are used to treat, alleviate the redness and scaly skins of patients. It has been in use for centuries to remedy various ailments. Doctors advise that the pill form should not be used for treating psoriasis. Its use is guaranteed at a composition of 0.5% and combined with other useful ingredients in an ointment.
Readily available in many kitchens across the world is apple cider vinegar. Organic apple cider applied to the scalp helps relieve inflammation and itchiness. For best results, users should apply it for several times in a week. Since the vinegar is acidic, some people may experience a burning sensation after use. Therefore, it should be diluted 1:1 in water or alternatively the scalp rinsed after the vinegar has dried. If the skin is broken or if there is bleeding, apple cider vinegar should not be used.
Capsaicin is the chemical component in cayenne peppers that make them hot. Capsaicin is also believed to act as an analgesic-a pain relieving drug. Its mode of action is blocking nerve cells that sense pain. When applied to a skin suffering from psoriasis it may help relieve pain, inflammation, scaling and redness.
Although not a very conventional way of treating, Dead Sea salts also referred to as Epsom salts are commonly used to treat skin disorders. In fact, many people visit the Dead Sea in Israel for medical tourism. You do not have to make the trip; Epsom salts are readily available in many stores. All you need to do is soak the salts in warm bath water for fifteen minutes.
Tea tree is a common herb used for numerous health or medical purposes. Its oil is antiseptic and has also gained widespread application in alleviating itchiness and inflammation. However, its use is restricted because some people are allergic. Another herb widely used in the kitchen, but with numerous potential medical applications is turmeric. It has been proven to be anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory.
Lastly, Mahonia Aquifolium or simply Oregon grape is an herb that has found widespread application because of its antimicrobial nature. The herb has been found to influence immune responses. On psoriatic skin, only 10% concentration in ointments is required to soothe mild and moderate forms of psoriasis. It requires monitoring and supervision by a physician.
In conclusion, psoriasis lives with a patient for almost their entire life because a cure through modern medicine is not guaranteed. As a result, patients have to manage the condition and its symptoms to survive. Herbs come in handy to relieve symptoms and even though most are still under study, many of them have been proven to reduce pain and inflammation.
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Title: All About Psoriasis Herbal Remedies
Author: Lelia Hall
Email: nathanwebster335@live.com
Keywords: alternative medicine, eastern medicine, health, fitness, healthy living
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Category: Alternative Medicine
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