Psoriasis is a skin disease, which is non-contagious in nature. It is characterized by scaly patches, which are red in color. These patches appear on the scalp, elbows and knees. These lesions may vary from minor patches appearing at local points to the entire portion of the body. Dry skin, cracks in the skin, pink-colored lesions, bleeding skin, stiffened joints, inflammations, itching sensation, and burning in some places are the major symptoms of people suffering from psoriasis. It is highly advised that people suffering from this noncontagious skin infection must follow a strict diet regimen.
| AVOID | ALLOWED TO TAKE |
| VEGETABLES | VEGETABLES |
| Canned & Frozen Vegetables, Raw Vegetables, Tomatoes, Eggplant, Taro Roots, Mustard GreensGarlic, Onion, Ginger (In moderation) | Zucchini, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sweet Potato, Potato, Pumpkin, Coriander, Broccoli, Spinach, Carrot, Fenugreek Leaves, Chicory Greens, Brussels Sprouts, Lettuce, Kale |
| FRUITS | FRUITS |
| Canned & Frozen Fruits, Coconut, Citrus Fruits like Orange, Mango, Strawberry, Lime, Lemon, Grapes, Blueberry, Pineapple, Kiwi, Sour Cherries, Blackcurrant | Banana (Day Time, 1 or 2 only) Watermelon, Muskmelon, Peaches, Pear, Pomegranate, Figs, Sapodilla, Apple, Papaya, Avocado |
| PULSES | PULSES |
| All other Heavy Lentils | Yellow Lentils, Green Lentils, Split Pigeon Peas, Split Grams |
| MILK PRODUCTS | MILK PRODUCTS |
| All Other Dairy Products | Low-fat Milk, Cow’s Ghee |
| DRY FRUITS & SEEDS | DRY FRUITS & SEEDS |
| Flax Seeds, Chia Seeds, Sunflower Seeds | Almonds, Walnuts, Raisins (Soaked in Water Overnight) |
| CEREALS | CEREALS |
| Refined Whole Grains, White Refined Flour and its Products, White Rice | Whole Grains, Wheat, Brown rice, Sorghum, Amaranth, Finger Millet, Foxtail Millet, Pearl Millet, Buckwheat, Little Millet, Barley, Gram Flour, Soybean FlourNote: Multi Grain Flour – Wheat Flour (50%) + Soybean Flour (20%) + Ragi Flour (20%) + Gram Flour (10%) |
| OILS | OILS |
| Unsaturated Fats, Refined Oil, Palm Oil, Coconut Oil | Olive Oil, Sunflower Oil, Canola Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Mustard Oil |
| SPICES | SPICES |
| Excess Salt, Green & Red Chili, Mustard Seeds, Rye, Nutmeg, Pimiento | Turmeric, Cumin, Coriander, Black Pepper, Thyme, Fennel, Dry Ginger, Mint, BasilNote: Nearly all the Spices are to be Limited. Only Plain and Simple Food is to be Preferred |
| FLESH FOODS / NON-VEG | FLESH FOODS / NON-VEG |
| Avoid All other Non-Vegetarian Food | Egg white, Chicken – Once a Week |
| OTHER FOODS | OTHER FOODS |
| Packaged, Canned, Processed, Fried, Spicy, Junk, Cream-based and Bakery Products, Refined Sugar, Jaggery, Honey, Alcohol, Soft drinks, Squashes, Jams, Sauces, Pickles, Coffee, Tea, Chocolates, Vinegar, Ice-cream | Homemade Food Only, Homemade Soup, Coconut Water, Green Juice, Herbal Tea, Bitter Gourd Juice, Aloe Vera Juice, Carrot Juice, Tofu, Soy milk (Occasionally) |
OTHER TIPS / RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PSORIASIS PATIENTS
- Herbal Teas
- Boil ½ tsp each of fennel, coriander, cumin in 3 cups of water till it’s reduced to 1 cup, strain and drink.
- Fresh Homemade Green Tea without Lemon.
- Do not skip any meal, especially Breakfast.
- Increase Consumption of seasonal fruits and vegetables.
- Must Drink 8- 10 Glasses of Water Daily, it detoxifies.
- Walking for at least 30-45 min is recommended.
- Whole fruit should be preferred to fruit juices.
- Avoid Smoking and Alcohol.
- As per Ayurveda, all diseases are caused due to imbalance of the tridoshas. Psoriasis occur due to an imbalance of Pitta Dosha, so it is better to avoid taking Sour (Amla), Salty (Lavan), and Pungent (Katu) Tastes and Sweet (Madhur), Bitter (Tikta), and Astringent (Kashaya) Tastes can be consumed in moderation.
- Food items not mentioned in this diet chart can be consumed in moderation.
- In General, all kinds of artificial, packed, industrial, and processed food items should be avoided.
- Behavior plays an important role in preventing diseases, so keep yourself away from negative thoughts, anger, greed, and Ego.