Digestive Issues Are Common With Psoriasis

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Eric Bakker

Digestive Issues Are Common With Psoriasis

Digestive issues are common with psoriasis. There appears to be a relationship between gluten sensitivity, being celiac, inflammatory diseases like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and psoriasis. Microscopic bowel lesions and intestinal permeability (leaky gut syndrome) have been discovered by researchers in these conditions, and intestinal permeability seems to be a common thread here.

Article of interest: What causes psoriasis?

I have noticed a relationship with pancreatic dysfunction in those with psoriasis as well, and pancreatic insufficiency and even acute pancreatitis are more common in those with psoriasis.

Drs Jo Pizzorno and Michael Murray, as well as Dr. Elizabeth Lipsky have noted various factors that have an influence on the progression of psoriasis. These factors include poor or incomplete digestion of foods, especially protein foods, food sensitivities or food allergies, bowel toxemia (dysbiosis), poor liver function, eating high amounts of animal fats or sugars, and reacting to alcoholic beverages.

Bacteria can produce certain toxic substances or break down protein substances in the digestive system that have been incompletely broken down. One such group of toxic substances found in patients with psoriasis in particular are called polyamines. The production of cyclic AMP becomes blocked by polyamines, contributing to the progression and development of psoriasis.

The more you read and study about psoriasis, the more you will learn that the causes of psoriasis and treatments of psoriasis can be quite complex. I have found that successful treatment must encompass different approaches aimed at the specifics of each and every presenting case. For this reason, you will find that no one size fits all when it comes to psoriasis, and I highly recommend that for the best results you are best to understand your own personal triggers. Be sure to pay particular attention to your digestive system, because digestive issues are very common in those with psoriasis.

Poor Pancreatic Function Is Common With Psoriasis

A very common occurrence in psoriasis patients in particular is poor stomach or pancreatic performance, and for this very reason I highly recommend the supplementation of digestive enzymes for all of my psoriasis patients. Protein digestion starts in the stomach, and for this reason alone I highly recommend enzymes with each meal for at least two to three months to bring about a big improvement in those with moderate to chronic psoriasis. You can read more about the pancreas here.

Vegetable Frittata

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Eric Bakker

Have You Tried Vegetable Frittata?

What a tasty dish, so easy to make too. You can make it ahead and enjoy this at a picnic. It also makes a quick and healthy small meal or snack. Vary the vegetables to suit yourself. You will find that many frittata recipes contain potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant and bell peppers, these are vegetables that you may want to avoid for a few months to see if they are potential psoriasis triggers. You will be able to read a lot more about diet in The Psoriasis Diet, a comprehensive book that is only one of 12 books that make up The Psoriasis Program.

Option: You can add different kinds of cooked meat to this frittata recipe if you are a non-vegetarian, otherwise, just leave any meat out and go vegetarian.

Ingredients

2x medium (500g) sweet potatoes 1 x tablespoon of olive oil 1 x medium red onion sliced 250g broccoli, chopped 2 spring onions, sliced 8 eggs lightly beaten ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup grated tasty cheddar cheese ¼ cup chopped fresh chives

Method

Grease a deep 22cm round cake pan, cover base with baking paper. Cut the sweet potatoes into 2cm cubes. Heat oil in large non-stick pan, add sweet potatoes and onion, cook, stirring, about 10 minutes or until sweet Heat oil in large non-stick pan, add sweet potatoes and onion, cook, stirring, about 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are just tender, cool slightly. Place broccoli and sliced spring onions in bowl, cover with boiling water, stand 2 minutes, drain, pat dry. Combine sweet potato mixture with broccoli. In prepared pan, pour over combined remaining ingredients. Bake in moderate oven for about 45 minutes or until set. Stand 10 minutes before turning out.Serves 6

Blueberry Bars

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Eric Bakker

Blueberry Bars

Here is a recipe for blueberry bars that a patient gave me a few years ago, who just happens to have psoriasis and who is a celiac as well! These blueberry bars are made with healthy coconut flour and high protein almond flour, along with nutritious blueberries. Research has revealed that blueberries are powerful antioxidants and true superfoods, they are very beneficial for your health and contain many different compounds.

Not only can blueberries boost the immune system and help to lower your cholesterol levels; the nutrient properties in berries can prevent cancer, heart disease and other conditions like psoriasis, an inflammatory condition.

Dried blueberries can have a tendency to be quite dry, so plump them up before I use by placing them in a bowl and pouring a bit of boiling water over them. This brings out their goodness, making them softer and a lot easier to digest. Let them sit in the hot water for 15 minutes until the water is mostly absorbed, then discard any remaining water

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour 1 tablespoon coconut flour 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 2 tablespoons coconut sugar ¼ teaspoon stevia or xylitol 2 free-range eggs ½ cup dried blueberries, soaked in ¼ cup boiling water to plump ½ cup carob buttons or chunks broken into small pieces

Method

1.In a large bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, flaxseed meal, salt and baking soda. 2. Blend in coconut flour, stevia and eggs. 3. Mix in blueberries and carob pieces. 4. Spread mixture into an 20 x 20 centimeter (8 x 8 inch) baking dish. 5. Bake at 180 C (350°) for 15 minutes. 6. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Makes 16 – 18 bars

Puffed Brown Rice or Millet Snacks

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Eric Bakker

Puffed Brown Rice or Millet Snacks

Puffed brown rice or millet snacks are great for those who are looking for a wheat-free snack. Kids love snacks, and so do adults. I don’t mind if my kids have a snack – as long as it is healthy. Here’s a quick, easy and healthy snack. Use puffed brown rice of millet, obtainable from the health-food shop. You and your children will enjoy making and eating this one.

Rice syrup is not suitable for those who have a Candida yeast infection, or those wanting to get on top of their parasite or bacterial overgrowth. This recipe is perfectly suitable without the rice syrup, it won’t taste as sweet but it is still good as a savory snack.

Ingredients

3 cups of puffed brown rice or millet cereal 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (use the real thing) 1/3 cup of almond butter 1/3 cup of brown rice syrup

Method

1. Combine your almond butter, vanilla, and rice syrup in a small saucepan and heat over low heat. Heat until the mixture becomes syrupy. (watch carefully, this only takes a few minutes) 2. Pour the syrup over the cereal and mix well, try to get the cereal evenly coated. 3. Lightly coat a glass Pyrex baking dish with either butter or rice bran oil, and add your crispy mixture. Let stand until cool, and cut and serve. (If you want to speed up the process you can chill in the fridge for about an hour.)