By Shaf Khan, Organic Lifestyle Magazine
Normally our skin renews itself in 28-30 days, but in people with psoriasis, skin production is accelerated. New skin accumulates faster than old skin is shed, forming thickened patches of raised, silvery scales over the skin, called plaques, which are often itchy.
People with psoriasis experience cycles of flare-ups and remission. Attacks are related to times of stress, illness, surgery, cuts, certain viral and bacterial infections, sunburn, faulty fat assimilation, and food allergies! Previous vaccinations seem to be a causative factor for some people. Certain drugs also cause flare-ups. Conventional medical treatment may include steroid ointment, which can help suppress symptoms, but its long-term use can damage and thin the connective tissue of the skin.The naturopathic approach, as with any health condition, is to find the root cause of the problem. In many years of working with clients who have psoriasis, alongside various contributing factors, I have frequently noted the phenomenon of leaky gut syndrome.
