While psoriasis has no known cure, many people who suffer from the skin condition find relief in the form of dietary changes. In addition to the typical forms of psoriasis is another form known as guttate psoriasis that appears in the younger patient and in those recovering from chemotherapy, among others. A guttate psoriasis diet has proven effective in treating these forms of skin conditions too and is very similar to the regular psoriasis diet. Unlike Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig or the Atkins Diet, there’s no manual to follow that will bring you success, but you can follow the following guidelines as you attack the skin condition by changing your diet.

A guttate psoriasis is going to be one that is rich in vegetables, fruits and foods that are rich in Omega 3s. Folic acid foods are going to become your new best friend and you’re going to need to eliminate processed foods from your diet. Among the foods  you need to pick up at the grocery store are tuna, sardines and salmon. But, leave the mayonnaise, tabasco sauce and pepper out. Additionally, you will need to eliminate ketchup, mustard and cinnamon.

What you do need to incorporate into your diet is broccoli, carrots and brussell sprouts. Start reading the nutritional charts on the back of products and look for natural foods that are full of fiber too. Buy some bags of black eyed peas, northern beans, and black beans. These are full of fiber and make for great substitutes to meats. Speaking of meats, it’s time to toss the cold cuts and hot dogs as processed meats are not allowed on a guttate psoriasis diet. Instead, pick up some whole grain cereals and pastas as well as brown rice.

While it may sound like a strict diet, it’s a necessary one to alleviate the the itching, swelling and flaking that is accompanied by guttate psoriasis and other forms of psoriasis too. With determination and persistence,  you can overcome this skin condition and keep the flare ups to a minimum. Continue to regulate your intake of sun and keep a balance between some and not too much for best results.