Ananda Mahony
NaomiPsoriasis and Obesity - an interesting link
January 26th 2008 00:29
Link: www.vitalenatural.com.au
Every so often I come across new research that influences the way I approach the treatment of skin conditions. A recent article published in Medical Hypothesis journal has shown a definite link between obesity and psoriasis. Obesity leads to a greater risk of developing psoriasis and loosing weight may improve the long term outcome of this condition.
The key link between the two conditions is inflammation. Obesity is associated with chronic low grade inflammation which may contribute to psoriatic lesions. Changes in weight can help to reduce obesity associated inflammation which in turn reduces the progression of psoriasis.
Inflammation is a key factor in the severity of many skin conditions including eczema and acne as well as psoriasis. Next month I will expand on diet and lifestyle factors that may help reduce inflammation and therefore improve skin condition outcomes.
Ananda Mahony ND is a naturopath and holistic skin specialist. Her practice focuses on the treatment of skin conditions. Ananda also owns Vitale Natural Skin Care, a natural & organic skin care store in Paddington. www.vitalenatural.com.au
The key link between the two conditions is inflammation. Obesity is associated with chronic low grade inflammation which may contribute to psoriatic lesions. Changes in weight can help to reduce obesity associated inflammation which in turn reduces the progression of psoriasis.
Inflammation is a key factor in the severity of many skin conditions including eczema and acne as well as psoriasis. Next month I will expand on diet and lifestyle factors that may help reduce inflammation and therefore improve skin condition outcomes.
Ananda Mahony ND is a naturopath and holistic skin specialist. Her practice focuses on the treatment of skin conditions. Ananda also owns Vitale Natural Skin Care, a natural & organic skin care store in Paddington. www.vitalenatural.com.au
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