Your body is your temple. But how often do we neglect its whispers?
Many of us ignore the subtle cues our bodies send, often dismissing early symptoms as insignificant. Psoriasis is a prime example.Though it’s a common skin condition, many overlook its early signs, dismissing them without considering it could be a chronic issue, until they’re too disruptive to ignore.
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition affecting millions of people globally. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 125 million people worldwide suffer from this disease.
In India, around 3% of the population experience severe Psoriasis—when the symptoms become a constant source of discomfort, while around 8% of Indians show signs of mild Psoriasis, which often goes undiagnosed due to a lack of awareness or proper access to quality healthcare.
Understanding the root causes of psoriasis is crucial for effective management. By identifying these triggers, we can tailor holistic healing approaches, including Ayurvedic principles, to address the condition comprehensively. The most common causes are :
1. Weak Immune System :
The immune system usually uses T-cells to fight bacteria, but with Psoriasis, these T-cells mistakenly attack healthy skin cells. Skin infections or even strep throat infections can trigger Psoriasis flare-ups.
2. Genetics :
Psoriasis is often hereditary, but having a genetic predisposition doesn’t guarantee developing the condition. Early testing and preventative measures can help mitigate risks.
3. Lifestyle :
Habits such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, chronic stress, and hormonal imbalances can worsen or trigger Psoriasis symptoms.
4. Weather Changes :
Cold and dry weather conditions are especially harsh on the skin and can exacerbate Psoriasis.
5. Food Triggers :
Avoid red meat like beef, sausages, bacon, dairy products and high-gluten foods. Even highly processed foods like pre-packed meals and canned fruits and vegetables can trigger a flare up.
Ignoring Psoriasis Symptoms Can Make Matters Worse
Many overlook Psoriasis symptoms because they seem harmless and sporadic. However, symptoms can vary in severity and location and when left unmanaged, can worsen, prompting a desperate search for medical intervention. Unfortunately, many are unaware that holistic treatments and a balanced lifestyle are better suited to managing this disease than traditional Western medicine. Common Psoriasis symptoms include patchy rashes, discoloration and scaly skin (common in children), dry and cracked skin, Itching and burning, and thickened, pitted nails.
Dharana at Shillim, a luxury wellbeing retreat, can guide you in managing Psoriasis through a personalised holistic approach . Through the ayurvedic retreat, you will learn how to integrate health conscious practices into your personalised Dincharya (daily routine) in order to prioritise your health and improve your immunity and discover balance.
Dharana at Shillim’s guidance to managing Psoriasis holistically :
1. Better Diet :
A heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory diet can prevent Psoriasis triggers by reducing the intake of red meat, highly processed foods, and dairy. Dharana helps you adopt a balanced, seasonal diet to help manage Psoriasis symptoms and improve immunity. A well-planned diet also aids in hormonal balance, which helps prevent flare-ups.
2. More Exercise :
Regular physical activity strengthens the immune system and helps the skin adapt to environmental changes. Adopting exercise into your Dincharya contributes to hormone regulation and exposure to the right amount of sunlight can help improve Psoriasis symptoms, due to the beneficial effects of ultraviolet light.
3. Decreased Stress and Improved Emotional Health :
Stress can be a major Psoriasis trigger. The meditation and yoga retreat offers stress-reducing treatments that improve mental and emotional wellbeing. Building a positive mindset and reducing stress reduces habits like alcohol consumption or smoking, encouraging healthier choices and better sleep.
4. Preventative Medicine :
As a holistic retreat, we conduct a series of personalised tests that identify the root causes (imbalanced diet, stress, etc) and curate a bespoke Dincharya in line with the seasons and your health goals. This can help identify triggers and provide personalised solutions.
Managing Psoriasis requires a holistic approach to conscious lifestyle changes. While home remedies like fish oil supplements and aloe vera cream are useful, The yoga retreat offers a comfortable stay with comprehensive solutions that prioritise your health, treating the root causes of Psoriasis. Take the first step towards managing your Psoriasis by calling us at 0124-4344344, or book your stay here!.