Patients have reported improvement in eczema after having some changes in their diet. Following are the certain foods you may add to your diet if you have eczema:
Mediterranean diet:
A type of diet with high consumption of healthy foods like:
- Vegetables
- Fruits
- Whole grains
- Nuts
- Olive oil
Moderate consumption of proteins like:
- Poultry
- Eggs
- Cheese
Rare consumption of:
- Red meat
- Sugary beverages
- Added sugar foods
- Carbonated drinks
- Refined food
- Refined oil
- Processed food
The Mediterranean diet varies from country to country and there are no specific foods included in this diet.
Anti-inflammatory foods:
Foods high in anti-inflammatory flavonoids as they improve skin condition and fight against inflammation. These include:
- Apples
- Broccoli
- Cherries
- Blueberries
- Cherries
Foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acids:
These foods can decrease the severity of your dry skin and hence plays a great role in preventing eczema or relieving your suffering. These include:
- Tuna
- Sardines
- Salmon
- Mackerel
- Flax seeds
Foods that contain probiotics:
Although there is only a few research defining the benefits of probiotics in eczema, and many are still going on. Some people find their dermatitis better after the intake of probiotics.
Also, probiotics do not flare up your eczema until and unless you are allergic to any substance in it. Here are some facts about the role of probiotics in eczema management:
- As eczema is an immune response and probiotics make your immune system stronger
- They make the absorption of nutrients faster
- Any treatment along with the probiotics is much more beneficial for the eczema patients
Potassium-rich foods:
Potassium is also necessary in reducing inflammation and is thus necessary for eczematous conditions. Potassium helps in removing scars and blemishes. It is found in foods like:
- Banana
- Sweet potato
- Avocado
- White beans
- Salmon
Foods rich in Vitamin C:
Foods having a high amount of Vitamin C help to reduce the absorption of elements like nickel and cobalt. So, you need to start taking fresh fruits and vegetables like:
- Oranges
- Strawberries
- Cauliflower
- Pineapple
- Mango
Foods having skin protection properties:
Carotenoid-rich foods:
- Spinach (rich in lutein)
- Carrot
- Mangoes
- Apricots
Vitamin C-rich fruits:
- Kiwi
- Oranges
- Grapefruit
Foods having sun protection properties:
- Blueberries
- Watermelon
- Green tea and black tea
Foods with antioxidants properties:
- Almonds are a good source of Vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids
- Many seeds have antioxidant properties that promote skin repairment
- Dark chocolate
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