Shelley says: I love it when you tell us about natural ingredients that REALLY work, like you did with Avocado sugars. Got any more natural goodies that really deliver? The Left Brain replies:
Thanks for the very timely question, Shelley. In fact, I just read in the Dermatology Times that studies done at the Medical College of Georgia suggest that a natural skin oil, phosphatidylglycerol, may be the key to slowing psoriasis and some non-melanoma skin cancers.
What is Psoriasis?
In case you don’t know what psoriasis is, you can find out from CariDee English, America’s Next Top Model who’s the new spokesperson for the National Psoriasis Foundation. But for the moment let’s just say that it’s a condition that occurs when the skin’s natural signaling pathway goes berserk and causes cells to start multiplying at abnormal rates. And that makes your skin become itchy and flaky.
Is There A Natural Psoriasis Cure?
Amazingly, according to this study, phosphatidylglycerol may send a signal to skin cells that tells them to ‘slow down’ so they grow normally. Researchers are seeking funding for further studies from the National Institute of Health. So if you’re looking for a natural remedy for some particularly nasty skin problems stay tuned. Maybe you’ll never have to take Enbrel again!
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Silmarien Says:
And there’s always Doctor Fish if you want some after-treatment!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doctor_fish
scatter brain Says:
I was wondering if some certain skin conditions could be related to other conditions within the body?
The reason I ask this is because my sister-in-law was diagnosed several years ago with celiac sprue and once she eliminated gluten from her diet, her psoriasis cleared up of its own accord. She swears the two conditions are related, but I was curious if there is any scientific evidence to back this up?
The reason I ask this is because another dear friend of mine has psoriasis as well and his condition is highly exacerbated by his stress levels and he doesn’t have a food intolerance as far as I know. I was just wondering if it would be beneficial of him to go get tested for food allergies and intolerances.
christy Says:
As someone who has had psoriasis on my palms and soles for 20 freaking years, and who has used every treatment from pharmeceuticals to herbs to diet modification to natural remedies…trust me: go with the pills. 80% clear in 1 week, 99.5% clear in a month. I’m sorry I waited so long.
Office Hair Says:
Thanks so much for this one, as a Hairdresser I come across psoriasis all too often and have it myself. I eagerly await further news on treatment of this irritating condition.
OFFICEHAIR » Mum There Is Help For Eczema Says:
[...] As I mentioned a few posts ago I’ve been doing some research, namely about eczema and psoriasis as these are common afflictions that causes problems for some of my clients or their children. For me it usually relates to shampoos or being able to apply colour. But eczema and psoriasis are conditions that affect the whole body so here is the latest on psoriasis. [...]
thebeautybrains.com » Blog Archive » At Last, A Dandruff Shampoo You Can Drink Says:
[...] Dissatisfied: I just read your article on natural skin oil and psoriasis. I’m sorry but “phosphatidylglycerol” doesn’t sound all that natural to me. And I don’t [...]
Ian Brown Says:
Please view the video testimonials on http://www.thegoodoil.com real people using the good oil to help with psoriasis eczema dermatitis and skin cancers. The oil is full of essential fatty acids and omega 3,6 and 9.
thebeautybrains Says:
Video testimonials don’t mean anything. What is the oil and what kind of scientific studies do you have to back up the fact that it works? How can you prove it works better than something like coconut oil?