Hi all
Been reading the forum for a few years but now I guess Is the time to share my experience to hopefully get the clearance I’m trying to achieve.
I’m 37 and had Psoriasis since I was around 13 ( started on scalp and groin area) I didn’t actually go to the doctor until I was 18 Ish as I was too embarrassed. Fast forward I’ve had steroids to keep it under control. I have cleared 3 times . 2 times by diet and once with PUVA
The times by diet were very restrictive- it was basically apples and 9bars ( not sure if anyone remembers them!) as soon as I cleared I ate what I wanted and it came back.
Fast forward to now and i have given up steroids , I had a uvb home unit which I stopped in December. I was never fully clear on either of them , probably did more harm than good .. but enough for me to hide this condition. But now I’m in full flare mode again
I have been trying the restrictive diet again but something is no longer working. I’m not even hungry anymore due to only eating small amounts.
So tomorrow I am embarking on a water fast , firstly for 3 days and then see how I progress to 7 . I hope this Will reset me and I will clear . Who knows , but I have to try. I have been preparing for this for a few days , just having one meal a day and feel ready mentally .
I’ll up date my progress as I go along. Fully aware some people psoriasis isn’t due to food but I know mine is so I feel I have to do as much as I can.
CB
Posted Sat 27 Jan 2024 18.17 by Acrazydoglady
CB - oh bless you, I soo get your thought processes & wish you all the best!!! However, can I throw a spanner in the works and help possibly shed some light for you?! By sharing your experience, it's all painting a picture without you realising it!! As apples contain ellagic acid, and ellagic acid promotes Akkermansia in our gut. Psoriasis sufferers have very low levels of Akkermansia. I would soo love it if you have a read of my post under talk about treatments and probiotics are helping my psoriasis - please focus on the ellagic acid and Akkermansia commentary - I would so love to know what you think based on your findings!!! Sorry - yes I am probably crazy too!! best wishes
Posted Sat 27 Jan 2024 18.28 by Acrazydoglady
Plus CB I'm in my 50s and have never heard of 9bars? where in the world are you? Just curious to know what they are & if they contain ellagic acid.....👋
Posted Sat 27 Jan 2024 18.35 by Cb86
I’m in the UK , there were popular around 2005 times Ish
Full of sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, and hemp topped with carrob. Much like a protein bar but dairy/gluten free. Definitely helped with just eating apples for 2 weeks
Posted Sat 27 Jan 2024 18.47 by Acrazydoglady
Hi CB - oh wow, me too, never heard of them, but I'm currently gluten free and lacto free. Hey I can't wait based on your dietary findings to date see what you think of this all being down to ellagic acid as per my post! I won't lie, I'm very concerned about how little you are eating & what you have planned for tomorrow. I hope my findings in my post convince you that a new course of action has come to light! As honestly, if you'd never posted this, I would never have known to be able to comment, it's like fate, we're all here to support each other!
Posted Sat 27 Jan 2024 18.53 by Cb86
Oh for sure I appreciate the concern but I have been dipping in and out of this for years and I know when to quit and when to try.
I’m actually put on a few pounds over Xmas so a few coming off wouldn’t be a bad thing :)
Posted Sat 27 Jan 2024 18.57 by Acrazydoglady
Oh phewee! Thanks for the quick reply!
Posted Sun 28 Jan 2024 00.59 by Steview A P sufferer for over 30 years, through good and bad times.
Giving up water, how can that be good for you?Not just for P but general health. Best of luck
Posted Sun 28 Jan 2024 17.31 by Cb86
Not giving up water.. the opposite
Posted Mon 29 Jan 2024 14.59 by Steview A P sufferer for over 30 years, through good and bad times.
Oh sorry misread you post. So
not eating for three days. Good luck anyway
Posted Tue 30 Jan 2024 17.38 by PrincessDi
Psoriasis history has seemed to always be tied into leaky gut and a lot of folks recommend more Mediterranean style eating, lots of fish. And yes let us know how the water fasting goes.
Posted Tue 30 Jan 2024 18.00 by Cb86
I think leaky gut is definitely the case!
So it’s coming to the end of day 3 and I have only had water.
It’s been ok . Hunger comes and goes. But I’m not sure if to carry on for another few days or not. I think it’s not as red as it has been but that could be just be trying to find any colour difference.
Will see how I feel tomorrow
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