Natural Cures for the Relief of Psoriasis Symptoms
by Aleks Strande, N.D., Ph.D.

Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that may cause large plaques of red, raised skin, flakes of dry skin, and skin scales. It is caused by the rapid turnover of skin cells, three to four times a day on average, rather than the customary 28-day turnover triggered by abnormal lymphocytes from the blood. There are several types of psoriasis, including psoriasis vulgaris, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, and pustular psoriasis. Symptoms vary depending on the type of psoriasis the patient has. It is caused by the rapid turnover of skin cells, three to four times a day on average, rather than the customary 28-day turnover triggered by abnormal lymphocytes from the blood. Although herbs can alleviate some symptoms of psoriasis, they cannot cure it. Herbal ointments can slow the process and stop the spread of the psoriasis.

Some herbal supplements can enhance the immune system as well as boost function of the liver--the body's primary organ for filtering toxins out of the blood. Herbs enhance the performance of the body’s immune system and the liver. They can help to provide relaxation and to clear the blood of impurities by supporting the liver, adrenal glands, the intestine and the lymphatic system.

The use of medicinal herbs and herbal remedies for treating psoriasis and other skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis, have become more and more popular in the recent years and when the conventional medical treatments fail or don’t work, many people look for alternative treatments such as herbal medicine. Herbs enhance the performance of the body’s immune system and the liver.

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) is most commonly used in controlling the rash of psoriasis. Milk thistle is well known for having the capability to progressively slow down the unbalanced proliferation of the skin cells. Milk thistle is also thought to be good for healing the symptoms of psoriasis because it has shown the ability to hinder the human T-cell activation that happens while encountering psoriasis.

Although psoriasis is basically caused by a rapid turnover of skin cells, other factors, including the inability of the body to rid itself of toxins, can play a role. Because the liver acts as a main filter in the body, it is important to make sure it is working effectively. Milk Thisltle has an active ingredient called silymarin, which is an anti-oxidant that targets liver tissue. By boosting the liver’s ability to clean blood and remove toxins, milk thistle can prevent psoriasis from getting worse.

Neem is also effective in the treatment of psoriasis because it has been used as an herbal remedy to treat fungus, viruses and bacteria for years. It can be used for all kinds of skin problems. Neem has been shown to enhance the production of T-cells which fight infection and is also high in fatty acids, which makes it helpful for the treatment of many chronic diseases which affect the skin and hair. The active principles, gedunin and nimbidol are thought to be effective as a herbal treatment for psoriasis and eczema.

Aloe Vera is one natural topical treatment which has been proven to show very good results with psoriasis for thousands of years. It is frequently used to treat minor injuries and irritations of the skin. Aloe Vera soap, just like any other Aloe Vera topical products, has no known toxic side effects. Look for the pure gel with no additives. Smooth some of the aloe gel onto the dry patches three times a day. This should help reduce and heal lesions.

Before taking an herbal remedy for psoriasis, please consult a doctor. Naturally healing Psoriasis can happen. Naturally healing Psoriasis WILL happen, if you are motivated. Natural remedies are available using liquid herbs. Most patients start seeing results within 7 days. Psoriasis natural cure is available to you within your reach. We are just a phone call away. Please visit us at www.simplyhealingclinic.com or call us to set up a consultation on 713.660.1420. We do long distance phone/skype consultations with people from all around the world.