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11/20/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Acupuncture found to be an effective therapy for psoriasis

Treating psoriasis is complicated by the fact that it’s not as well-understood as other skin conditions. According to a review, acupuncture-related approaches can be an effective alternative to conventional treatment methods in providing relief to people with the disease. To put psoriasis simply, it’s a condition where skin tissue grows abnormally fast. This results in […]

08/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

An ingredient found in a traditional Chinese medicine shown to be effective in treating psoriasis

An ingredient used in traditional Chinese medicine can effectively treat moderate psoriasis, according to a study published in the BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In their study, researchers from the U.S. and Taiwan examined Indigo naturalis, also known as Qing Dai in Chinese medicine, on whether it was able to address symptoms of psoriasis. In traditional medicine, Indigo naturalis has […]

06/08/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Vitamin D is not only good for your bones – it can ease psoriasis

We all know vitamin D helps strengthen your bones and muscles. It’s also very good for your skin, which is why Australian and New Zealand researchers looked at its potential effects on psoriasis. They reported that increasing the amount of vitamin D in your body could help ease the symptoms of plaque psoriasis. Psoriasis is […]

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