Natural Remedy for Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin problem that causes red, itchy, inflamed skin. There are a number of prescriptions available for psoriasis, but natural options are often gentler and are a good first step to try. Natural remedies include topical treatments, such as Epsom salts, seawater, and cabbage leaves, and treatments that can be taken orally, such as bitter gourd and Vitamin E.

Epsom Salts

• Epsom salts are available at most pharmacies and grocery stores, and are extremely easy to use. A cup or two can be added to a hot bath to soak in. The website Natural Home Remedies also recommends applying olive oil to the skin after taking an Epsom salt bath.

Seawater

• Soaking in seawater is an extremely beneficial and simple method for easing psoriasis, and it is available in most coastal areas for free. Seawater has really good healing and antiseptic properties to cleanse the skin and soothe psoriasis. Natural Home Remedies recommends applying seawater to affected areas once daily.

Cabbage Leaves

• Cabbage leaves can be applied directly to affected areas. Natural Home Remedies recommends removing the veins from the cabbage leaves and washing the leaves thoroughly before applying them to the body.

Bitter Gourd

• According to Natural Home Remedies, bitter gourd is a good home remedy for psoriasis. It is most effective when one cup of fresh bitter gourd juice is mixed with one teaspoon of lime juice and taken on an empty stomach daily for several months.

Vitamin E

• Vitamin E caplets provide hydration for people with psoriasis and are widely available, inexpensive and easy to take. Natural Home Remedies recommends 200 to 800 I.U. daily.