Hey there, viewers!
Psoriasis occurs when your immune system goes haywire.
This inflames your body and gives you dry, itchy & flaky skin.
Psoriatic arthritis is an advanced version of psoriasis.
If you’re a patient, you may have painful, stiff, or swollen joints throughout your body.
While there’s no particular diet that can make psoriasis magically vanish, eating healthy
doesn’t hurt.
In today's video, we’ll discuss the top foods to treat psoriatic arthritis.
Will going gluten-free improve your chances?
Is the Mediterranean diet helpful?
Let’s begin.
First, let’s talk about foods you can enjoy.
As inflammation worsens, anti-inflammatory foods help big time.
Foods rich in antioxidants that contain lots of fiber are also recommended.
Many free radicals are produced in our bodies.
They are the toxic byproducts of a chemical reaction constantly taking place.
Free radicals in the body cause psoriatic flare-ups.
This is where antioxidants come in.
They kill your free radicals off.
All anti-inflammatory foods are filled with antioxidants.
We measure the antioxidants of all foods through a scale called ORAC, which stands for Oxygen
Radical Absorbance Capacity.
This is done in nutrition labs.
All of the foods we’re about to mention will help on some level.
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What did you do to treat it?
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Anti-inflammatory foods
1.
Berries
Small but mighty, berries have become a superfood in recent years.
They contain a particular compound called salicylic acid.
You’d be surprised to know that salicylic acid is a compound of aspirin.
So those of you taking meds to relieve joint pain should listen up.
If you enjoy blueberries, a quick tip is to buy a whole lot of them in the summer and
freeze them.
It’s a tasty snack, and so much better for you than a bag of chips.
Cherries, and boysenberries can also be enjoyed fresh, frozen, or dried.
Dried berries should be eaten with caution, as they might shoot up your calorie intake.
2.
Green leafy vegetables
This next entry is low in calories, high in fiber, and filled with anti-inflammatory compounds.
This is why we were told countless times by our parents to finish our greens.
You should consume them once daily, if not more.
They help digestion, and improve vision.
If you want to be able to see during old age, have tons of green leafy vegetables.
They will increase your chances.
They’re nutrient-rich, and make you look younger.
Who would say no to that?
Try incorporating greens into your salads, casseroles, stir fry, and even smoothies.
Baby spinach, kale, and arugula remain some of the most popular.
All of them are terrific for your body.
Have you ever heard of rhubarb pizza?
Try experimenting with interesting recipes in your kitchen.
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3.
Matcha or green tea
Whether you’re a tea or coffee person, this pick is undeniably amazing.
Green tea has a maximum number of flavonoids, compared to black.
Flavonoids act as antioxidants.
Matcha is a popular ingredient in many coffees, lattes & desserts found in health stores as
well as regular supermarkets.
Matcha, unlike green tea leaves, is covered a few days before its harvest.
After harvesting, they’re ground to a green-colored powder.
It has more chlorophyll, and at least three times more antioxidants than green tea.
Catechins are the natural antioxidant found in matcha.
Both these products have been studied to enhance joint mobility and function.
4.
Herbs and spices
Do you like fancy food?
Well we have good news.
Not even psoriatic arthritis can stop people from eating spicy food.
In fact, this condition requires you to eat spice.
Cinnamon is one of the most popular spices.
This sweet spice has a compound which destroys the sensory signal for inflammation.
Garlic also has compounds that control inflammation and improve your heart health.
Cloves contain flavonoids with amazing antioxidant properties.
It can reduce toothaches and inflammation according to ancient Indian and Chinese medicine.
Chili peppers contain chemical compounds which act as anesthetics and reduce inflammation.
5.
Oils
Healthy fats are always welcome in a balanced diet.
But there are a few oils that are enriched with anti-inflammatory properties.
Two of them are extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil.
A bunch of researchers found that a few properties of extra virgin olive oil were quite similar
to those of ibuprofen, a pain medication.
But not all olive oils are the same.
To test the power of extra virgin olive oil, you can do a simple experiment at home.
Take half a spoonful of olive oil and sip it.
If it leaves a peppery sting in your throat after 10 or 15 seconds, that means it’s
pure, and will be effective in reducing inflammation.
The other healthy fats come from seafood like salmon, trout, and herring.
These fish have a ton of Omega 3 fatty-acids.
Another study showed that fish oil is very beneficial for people suffering from chronic
Psoriasis.
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6.
Vitamin D
Also known as the sunshine vitamin, obviously because your body produces Vitamin D when
you step out in the sun.
Apart from sun exposure, vitamin D can also be found in a few foods.
Studies have shown that D is essential for healthy skin.
All patients with Psoriatic Arthritis are always low on Vitamin D, leading to deficiencies.
Egg yolk & oily fish are known to have Vitamin D in them.
A few dairy products, cereals, and orange juice sure sound like a great breakfast.
This breakfast will not only be filling, but also rich in Vitamin D.
7.
Ginger
Now your mind probably drifted towards ginger ale or candied ginger.
But ginger can be consumed fresh in root form or ground form after drying.
It’s versatile, and can be used in curries, marinades and sauces.
A study done in 2014 found ginger to be effective against joint pain.
8.
Curcumin
This is an active ingredient in turmeric.
If you don’t use enough turmeric in your cooking, it’s about time you include it
in your daily diet.
It can make great turmeric lattes, smoothies, and teas.
It’s a great addition to your soups, stews, rice, and meat.
It can be consumed fresh, or in a ground form.
People have also started taking curcumin supplements to get that extra boost.
A review in 2018 listed curcumin to be one of the natural remedies for psoriasis.
That makes it easy for us to say goodbye to synthetic chemicals and medications.
Now which foods should you stay away from?
A few foods are dangerous for psoriatic patients, and should be avoided.
This includes a long list of foods and drinks like soda & candy, which have added sugar.
You should also watch out for bakery products like bread, muffins, cakes & cookies.
Fatty red meats such as bacon, sausages, and hot dogs are not only tempting, but every
meat lover's dream.
Drop these!
Alcohol is also a no!
This means no more booze parties.
Each of these food products contains trans fat, which is not healthy.
It’s known to increase your weight.
Studies have found that obese people are at a higher risk of psoriatic arthritis.
A study in 2017 showed avoiding certain foods and exercising reduced psoriatic flare-ups.
So what are some good diets?
Gut friendly diet
Researchers studied the guts of affected patients, and found that they were lacking healthy gut
bacteria.
Probiotics are excellent sources of this bacteria and can be consumed on a daily basis.
Also, fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, and miso soup
contain tons of good bacteria.
Fibrous fruits and veggies, as well as nuts, legumes, and whole grains are also great for
gut health.
Gluten-free diet
Research has also shown that psoriatic patients are gluten sensitive.
This condition is called celiac disease by doctors.
A person becomes intolerant to gluten and needs to stay away from it.
While it is difficult, you can stay away from bread, pasta, and beer.
We suggest you talk to a nutritionist if you plan on going gluten-free.
Mediterranean diet
This diet is considered to be one of the best diets.
It has many benefits from maintaining heart health to improving Alzheimer's disease.
A study from 2018 showed that patients with arthritis who consumed the Mediterranean diet
had tremendous improvements in health and physical function.
This diet allows you to choose from a platter full of fresh, plant-based antioxidants.
The DASH Diet
This diet will have you make conscious, plant-based food choices.
It aims to increase fiber and reduce inflammation.
The DASH diet is especially helpful with weight loss, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
This diet will keep you away from the various complications of psoriatic arthritis.
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