Prevent the intake of these foods in Psoriasis

Psoriasis and which foods are better not to eat

The following foods are pro-inflammatory and should be avoided in Psoriasis as Psoriasis gets worse the more inflammation in the body:

Sugar: Eating sugar and particularly fructose. Fructose together with glucose in one molecule is what we call table sugar. Avoid added sugar as much as possible. Also, sugar causes inflammatory responses in the body which reduces the release of serotonin.

Bad fats: Bad fats trigger inflammatory responses in the body, which, via inflammatory factors, lowers the release of serotonin and BDNF. The bad fats are usually plant-based omega 6 fats used for frying such as sunflower, soybean and peanut oil. Hardened (vegetable) fats are also bad fats.

Dairy: Dairy can also promote inflammation at high intakes. It is best not to consume sweetened or unleavened dairy products. So unsweetened kefir or yoghurt can be eaten in moderation.

Gluten: Eat as few grain-based products as possible. Gluten can also cause inflammation, especially in allergic reactions. Oats, and therefore oatmeal, can be eaten though.

Alcohol: Alcohol is fermented sugar and is best avoided altogether. If alcohol is drunk anyway, half to a whole glass of wine a day can be consumed without too much harm. Above that, alcohol already becomes an inflammation promoter.

Meat: Game, grass-fed meat and wild fish are no problem provided red meat is eaten in a limited way (advice is max 2 times a week). Any fish that has not been wild-caught or fed other than natural is best not eaten. Grain- and corn-fed animal products are also not recommended.