The stressors, illnesses, bacterial and viral in nature, in addition to injury can trigger this disorder. Alcohol and the over use of drugs are triggers as well. A deficiency of sulfur and fatty acids is responsible for psoriasis as recent research indicates. Utilization of Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids has proved beneficial in treating psoriasis. Arachidonic acid promotes the inflammatory reaction, and causes the psoriatic lesions to redden and swell.
Arachidonic acid is found in such food substances as dairy foods, and red meats.
Therefore to eliminate these substances from one's diet would be beneficial. Fiber is necessary in maintaining a healthy and toxin free colon. The fiber binds to the toxins, and in addition, aids in the elimination of waste. It is believed that this build up of toxins in the colon attribute to psoriasis. Psoriasis is believed to be a result of poor utilization of fat.