Natural psoriasis relief? Q: How can I help alleviate my psoriasis?
JVW: Nickel, combined with bromide, can substantially improve psoriasis and in some cases eliminate it all together. And it works with fewer adverse reactions than the conventional treatment of topical cortisone. For more information, or to order this treatment, contact the Loma Lux Laboratories at (800)316-9636 or www.lomalux.com.
Other natural remedies include Forskolin, which helps reduce skin flaking. Take two to three 5-mg tablets or capsules a day, for a total dose of 10-15 mg daily. A naturally occurring metabolite of vitamin D, 1.25 dihydroxy, can also be effective in many cases. However, it can be expensive and is available only through a compounding pharmacist. To locate one in your area, call (800)927-4227 or www.iacprx.org/.
Finally, vitamin B12 and folic acid are also quite helpful. But you will need to take 1,000 to 3,000 micrograms of vitamin B12 and 50 milligrams of folic acid two to three times daily over a period of two to three months to see an improvement. Because these doses are fairly large, you will need a prescription from a physician skilled in natural medicine. For a referral, contact the American College for Advancement in Medicine, (800)532-3688 or www.acam.org. |
