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Herbs Used in a Natural Remedy for Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a disease that has become a part of millions of people’s lives. For many of them, relief cannot come
fast enough, and many chose to partake in a natural remedy for psoriasis in hope of finding some measure of relief
from the symptoms. Many of the natural remedies that are on the market today are nothing more than a collection of
herbs and nutrients that just about anyone can obtain by just visiting their neighborhood health store.
Aloe
Perhaps one of the most common ingredients used in a natural remedy for psoriasis is that of the Aloe Vera plant.
This plant is often found in gel form or even as the plant itself. It has been shown to decrease outbreaks and help
calm the redness that is a common symptom of psoriasis.
However, it does have a few side effects, and the serious ones such as diarrhea, kidney inflammation, and potassium
electrolyte abnormalities indicate that this ingredient in a natural remedy for psoriasis should only be used
topically and not ingested orally. In addition, Aloe Vera has been known to interact with certain topical
hydrocortisone creams, so be sure to tell your doctor that you’ve started to use it.
Cayenne
Surprisingly, one of the most common ingredients found in a natural remedy for psoriasis is cayenne pepper. The
active ingredient found in this herb is capsaicin, which when applied on the skin, has been shown to reduce the
severity of the attack, and reduce the redness and itching. However, in larger amounts, it has been known to burn
the skin, and cause a runny nose, and watery eyes.
In addition, if you regularly take aspirin, acetaminophen, or any anticoagulants, its best to try and avoid the use
of this pepper since it has been known to have an adverse interaction with them.
Tea Tree Oil
Another ingredient that is often found in a natural remedy for psoriasis is that of tea tree oil. This essential
oil can be easily found in many health food stores, and has been shown to offer some antiseptic properties, and
therefore could alleviate some of the symptoms of psoriasis. However, it should be noted that there have been no
scientific studies published that address this possible benefit of tea tree oil.
These are but a few of the many ingredients that are used in a typical natural remedy for psoriasis. If you wish to
make your own remedy using this information, please talk to a medical professional first. They will be able to
guide you in choosing the best ingredients for your very own natural remedy for psoriasis.
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