Many are suffering from psoriasis, a common skin disorder that causes red and scaly patches that appears on the skin. Psoriasis frequently appears on the skin of the elbows and knees but may also affect genitals, palms of hands and soles of feet and even on the scalp. It is a recurring condition that differs in severity limited to a small area but can affect the whole body including fingernails and toenails. There is also the so called psoriatic arthritis wherein at least 10 to 15 % of people are being affected by the inflammation of the joints.

Although the cause of psoriasis is believe to have genetic aspect, several environmental factors may also intensify psoriasis like stress, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and irregular fatty acid metabolism in the body. Although there are several treatments available, because of the chronic recurring character of psoriasis treatment is a great challenge. Results of a study showed that fish oil supplement when taken daily can help fight psoriasis but intake of foods high in omega six fatty acids should be avoided since it causes inflammation.

Our way of life and eating style could also be a factor in aggravating the so-called autoimmune disease like psoriasis. It is believe that there are no fast treatments for psoriasis so one may need to take holistic approach like trying to improve emotional and social problem, taking on a positive mental outlook and improving diet. Proper food supplements can also help since it can give the substances that our body needs.

A great thing that I have heard a few people say has helped there psoriasis is neem shampoo. Neem shampoo also helps with dandruff but has no sodium!