Table Of ContentWhat have we got, and what can we do about it?; What is psoriasis?; The skin -- an eliminative organ; Vital factors in skin health; Diary of a psoriatic: How I overcame psoriasis and learned to live with it; Taking control: Which treatment?; On the surface - reversing losses, promoting healthy growth; Internally -- nutrition for skin health; Within and without; Appendixes: Tables; Information exchange; Glossary; Notes and references; Bibliography; Index.
SynopsisA handbook for psoriasis sufferers, ranging from those who want to and can pursue the self-healing process to the letter, to those who merely want to learn a bit more about the condition and perhaps try out one of two of the suggested methods for gaining relief. The author shows that control of psoriasis can be achieved by treating the skin's surface, by examining dietary and metabolic individuality, and by adopting a determined attitude., The millions who suffer from psoriasis will be comforted by knowing what causes psoriasis, how it spreads, how it's aggravated by stress and lifestyle, and how it's improved by diet and exercise. Evaluations of the most popular treatments cover oils, creams, shampoos, and soaps. Then come proven menus, recipes, and cooking methods, as well as vitamin and mineral supplements. Sections on remedies deal with meditation, visualization, and inner listening, while traditional and alternative methods include homeopathy, osteopathy, acupressure, and Ayurveda., Control of psoriasis can be achieved by treating the skin's surface, examining dietary and metabolic individuality and by adopting a determined attitude. Kent Trussell hopes to encourage self-healing for all sufferers of psoriasis and inspire in them a desire to explore other ideas and methodologies.