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Expert advice on psoriasis

Nish Joshi, holistic practitioner, the Joshi Clinic, on psoriasis

'Follow a simple eating plan and initially avoid acidic foods such as orange or grapefruit juice, tea or coffee, alcohol, sugar, processed foods, dairy products and preservatives. If you don't want to use steroid creams, try an ayurvedic herbal cream made from the neem tree. It is antiseptic, antifungal and antibacterial, and you can buy it from most good health food stores.

One great treatment is ultraviolet light, in particular UVB rays, which slow down cell multiplication. But take care if you are fair- or red-haired, or if your skin does not tan easily, and use a good sunscreen. Some hospitals and clinics can administer UVB treatment or UV light therapy, ask your doctor.'
Nish Joshi, holistic practitioner, the Joshi Clinic, London

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gareth mills, about 1 year [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

very good info but i consulted the doctor who was adviseing me not to have the ultra voilet light treament as it may cause skin cancer im red headed but i do tan esaly, is it worth the risk? thank you

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