Herb
Treatment Support
anti-inflammatory
Application
cream, tea, or salve externally
Psoriasis, acute
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease affecting several million people in the United States alone. It is characterized by red, itchy, scaly patches that affect the elbows, scalp, and other parts of the body. The disease may be of immune origin, and can be aggravated by injury or irritation.
Treatment Plan for Psoriasis, acute
Herbal remedies include topical anti-inflammatories, liver cleansers, liver cooling herbs, liver regulators, heat-clearing herbs for the lower part of the body, blood purifiers, and immune tonics . A healthy diet, moderate exercise and avoiding stress can all be helpful. Oatmeal baths can help soothe irritated skin and loosen scales.
Herbal Remedies for Psoriasis, acute
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
heat clearing
Application
tincture
Herb
Treatment Support
liver coolant
Application
tea, tincture, tablet, capsule
Herb
Treatment Support
liver regulator
Application
tincture, tablet
Herb
Treatment Support
alterative
Application
tea, tincture, capsule, tablet
Herb
Treatment Support
anti-inflammatory
Application
tincture, tea, capsule
Related Psoriasis, acute conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
