Can turmeric help psoriasis?

Psoriasis is one of the most frustrating and embarrassing skin conditions known to man. Nobody deserves to live with flaky, red, itchy patches all over their body (trust me). Scientists have been working tirelessly for decades, trying to come up with a cure for this condition but so far… no bueno! That’s where turmeric comes in; studies have shown that adding turmeric to your diet or using it topically can help relieve some of the symptoms associated with psoriasis.

What Is Turmeric?

Turmeric is a member of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) and has been used for thousands of years as a food seasoning and traditional medicine across Asia. It’s commonly found in Indian dishes like curry and has a bitter taste but also adds color to any dish you add it in – which makes it perfect if you’re into colorful Instagram pics. The reason why turmeric may be useful against psoriasis boils down mostly its anti-inflammatory properties.

Turmer-what? – Understanding Curcumin

Curcumin is what gives turmeric its yellowish pigment; however, apart from giving your meal an appealing look, curcumin possesses anti-inflammatory effects because of its ability to inhibit inflammatory cell cascades induced by cytokines such as IL-1β or TNF-α [^9]. Inflammatory cells play vital roles in many autoimmune diseases including psoriasis; therefore, targeting these cells could potentially reduce inflammation caused by psoriatic disease [^2].

Basically: Curcumin stops bad stuff from happening on your skin!

Does Turmeric Really Work Against Psoriasis?

According to NCBI research [^4], two randomized clinical trials showed substantial improvement for people whose plaque psoriasis was treated using topical creams containing curcumin! These trials taking place between 2007 -2013 had significant results supporting earlier understandings that curcumin serves as a natural treatment of psoriasis by reducing inflammation and scaling (Cheer for science).

Three Ways to Use Turmeric Against Psoriasis

The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric make it useful against psoriasis, but how do you use this yellowish magical spice? let’s find out!

1. Topical Application

Here is what You’re gonna need:

  • 2 teaspoons of turmeric
  • 3 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Mix everything together in a bowl – apply the mixture on your skin twice a day, even better if you could secure it using cling film; doing so increases its effectiveness.

2. Turmeric Tea

Turmeric tea has always been recommended for anyone who intends to gain all the health benefits from this spice – adding some honey won’t hurt either! Here’s an easy recipe:

What You’ll Need:

  • A tea infuser or a strainer
  • Fresh ginger root (about the size of your thumb)
  • Honey (1 tablespoon)
  • Cinnamon powder (~¼ tsp)

Directions:

Step one: Make boiled water and add two pinches turmeric to it.

Step two : Use your grater for mixing both ginger and garlic please don’t rush

step three: Simmer both ingredients into hot water after about five minutes.

Step four : Add honey just pinch not more than that!!!

This method should be done consistently every morning because as with most things related to consuming natural remedies like turmeric supplements, consistency is key .

3. Incorporate Turmeric In Your Meals

Diets rich in antioxidants can help alleviate chronic diseases such as cancer, type II diabetes, arthritis…and psoriasis too! Therefore incorporating foods rich in antioxidants such as fruits vegetables spices like cinnamon [^4] and turmeric is essential to keep your skin glowing.

Simplicious Recipe:

  • Turmeric scrambled eggs with spinach

What You’ll Need:

  • 2 large eggs
  • A quarter cup of milk (avoid dairy if you can).
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Spinach (~a single handful)
  • Coconut oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Chilli flakes or paprika powder for heat

Instructions:

Step one: Mix well the two large farm-fresh eggs, a dash of salt/pepper, paprika/chili flakes – any spices that excite you – together in a bowl (go nuts).

Step Two : Add honey just side by side and not blend it into egg mix wait till cooking noodles.

Step Three: Warm up some saucepan over medium-high flame then add organic coconut oil; please don’t go light on this ingredient because the more fat in the pan, the better these curcuminoids will absorb from turmeric.

Step Four : When heated pour egg mixture onto hot pan including a pinch of dried garlic granules stirring slowly until comfortably cooked.

Add washed and blanched spinach on top once it’s almost done! Enjoy !!!

Side Effects

As much as turmeric has shown promising health benefits towards psoriasis management / treatment, excessive intake may have adverse effects such as stomach irritation or upset [^6]. It’s recommended though not formal/dire needs that we raise awareness regarding its utilization through scientific documentation monitoring personal experiences etcetera so adequate guidelines can be employed without posing detrimental risks.

In Conclusion

Turmeric is blessed with anti-inflammatory properties which create an excellent potion against all sorts of inflammation albeit doctors differ when discussing patients’ diverse conditions. As always accessing medical counsel before making tentative changes towards lifestyles/giving permission isn’t compromised but encouraged furthermore dietary guideline ought to meet one’s specific caloric/nutritional needs. So take baby steps, raise your spirits and let the good Chakras work for you!

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