Eczema or Psoriasis?

Eczema or Psoriasis?

Eczema and psoriasis are like twins –– they have a similar look, but deep down, they are fundamentally different. Both eczema and psoriasis can cause a rash –– patches of red, raised, itchy skin — and they can appear in the same areas of the body, such as the hands...
Psoriasis and Obesity

Psoriasis and Obesity

Did you know that psoriasis may be linked to your weight? People with this skin condition are more likely than others to be obese. And if you have a lot of extra pounds, the condition may become worse and harder to treat. Doctors don’t know which comes first. But...
What Foods to Avoid

What Foods to Avoid

When you have psoriasis, reducing triggers is an important part of managing your condition and avoiding flare-ups. Psoriasis flare-ups can be caused by a variety of triggers, including bad weather, excess stress, and certain foods. Let’s take a look at the foods that...
How Does Diabetes Affect Psoriasis?

How Does Diabetes Affect Psoriasis?

People who have psoriasis are more likely to get type 2 diabetes. That’s a condition that makes it hard for your body to make and use the hormone insulin. And the worse your skin problem is, the greater your chances of getting diabetes are. More research is...
Choose The Best Diet For You

Choose The Best Diet For You

If you have psoriasis, you may take medication and keep close tabs on the weather, your stress level, and other triggers. Should you also watch what’s on your plate? A healthy diet — lots of fruits and veggies, lean protein, and whole grains — is a...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Psoriasis

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Psoriasis

General information Coronavirus continues to affect lives across the world. For those of us with chronic health issues, concerns about the risk of contracting the virus can be magnified. The many unknowns surrounding coronavirus only make  the situation worse. Here we...