For this reason, colon cleansers are effective. In addition, many believe that initial treatment begins with a cleansing juice fast of a few days. After this fast, one will slowly reintroduces various healthy foods into the diet. A therapy that is holistic in nature tends to be the most beneficial. Psoriasis is a condition that has no cure, however, it is best kept under control using several alternative therapies that compliment one another.
Cleanliness is one that avoids the use of soap at the site.
The drying of soap aggravates the symptoms. Beneficial bathing involves the use of mineral baths, or sea salt baths. One can also add one half cup of cider vinegar to the bath, as these techniques restore acidity to the skin. The application of sea salt water on a cotton ball to areas effected, several times a day, relieves the itching characteristic of psoriasis. In addition, research indicates baths with two teaspoons of ginger added is beneficial.