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Does Diet Affect Eczema
Any helpful tips for treating eczema?
I'd like to save myself a $25 co-pay. I have had a relatively mild case on the crooks of my arms for about a year now. Doesn't feel itchy very often & when it does is fairly easy to resist. It's more of a nuisance than anything, but I have noticed that the affected area has gotten a little larger.
I exercise (running & weights) regularly, and I'm sure the sweat aggravates it. My diet is definitely nothing to brag about.
I apply lotion (aloe w/cucumber extract) after a shower and before bed, but this seems to help very little.
Is stress at all related?
Any other lotions, supplements, or foods that help? Certain foods to avoid?
I've been struggling with eczema since I was a kid. These are a few things I have found that have helped. Do not use laundry detergent with dyes or fragrances in it. I use All Free and Clear and do not use dryer sheets. Always use a mild soap or a body wash with a lot of moisturizers in it. Olay is probably the best one I've found. You may need to switch to a heavier moisturizer as well. Olay Quench is a pretty good one or Curel for super dry skin. I've also found one made specifically for eczema called Dermarest for Eczema. The only store I can find it in is K-Mart but it does work wonders. Try taking warm instead of hot showers as hot water dries out the skin more. Hope these tips help, they do help me.
Eczema Triggers And Natural Eczema Remedies
Eczema is a condition that can affect us at any time in our lives. It is believed to have a genetic component and is exacerbated by the skins reaction to allergens it is in contact with. These allergens are manifold and can only be identified by trial and error. Skin patch tests are an example.
What is often forgotten is that mental as well as physical stimuli can cause a flare up of the condition. Stress is probably responsible for more of these flare ups than is appreciated. We don't need to be at work to be stressed, we can do it ourselves by something as simple as worrying about how we perceive ourselves in the eyes of others. Eczema can be unsightly and this may cause us embarrassment. When this happens our stress levels can rise and this just makes the condition worse.
So what can we do? Stress does not only affect Eczema sufferers, it affects everyone to some degree, and has been known to kill. Whether we are an Eczema sufferer or not, we should avoid situations where we are unnecessarily subjected to stress. Some people seem to thrive on it, but most of us don't. If our job is too stressful we should think about changing it, as an example. Stress can be treated by drugs, but they may cause your eczema to flare up because of the drugs ingredients. Although it sounds like an impossible situation, it isn't. There is a lot that we can do.
If we can reduce the level of Eczema using our own resources, it follows that stress levels will fall and we can continue to improve. This is not as difficult (in most cases) as you may believe. Natural eczema remedies understand the connection between eczema, the environment and particularly diet. Although we are all different, it has been well documented that chemicals in the environment can trigger eczema flare ups. Some are affected more than others. Why should food be any different? Modern processed foods may be convenient but it can't be denied that contain preservatives, many of which have a chemical base.
There is nothing we can do about the genes that we are born with, but there is much that we can do about eczema triggers. Some natural foods adversely affect eczema and you need to be aware of them so that they can be avoided. This one step will help reduce your eczema levels and in doing so will reduce your stress levels. Once these foods have been withdrawn and your eczema has improved, they can be reintroduced one at a time to see which ones you react to. If there is going to be a reaction it will normally be apparent within twenty four hours.
By going through this process it is possible for you to reduce your reliance on chemical creams and lotions, though it is still very important to keep your skin well hydrated. The safest moisturisers are generally the natural ones that don't thin the skin.
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