Apple Cider Vinegar for Psoriasis WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Apple Cider Vinegar for Psoriasis
Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy for patients suffering with psoriasis. The main ingredient of apple cider is acetic acid1 which plays a part in balancing pH in your skin.2 Currently there are no cures for psoriasis but there are many different treatment options available.2
Fast Facts:
- There is no clinical evidence to support the theory that apple cider vinegar aids in relieving psoriasis symptoms.3
- Apple cider vinegar should be diluted prior to ingestion; rinse after ingesting to prevent damage to tooth enamel and tissues in throat and mouth.1
- Common uses for apple cider vinegar: added to bath, mixed with moisturizer, applied directly to skin, and soaking fingernail and toenails.4
- Preparation of a apple cider vinegar compress to relieve itching requires adding 1 cup apple cider vinegar to 1 gallon of water. Soak a washcloth in mixture and apply directly to skin.5
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 WebMD: Apple Cider Vinegar
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Psoriasis Treatment: Psoriasis Treatment: Vinegar Can Help
- ↑ About.com: Complementary and Alternative Psoriasis Treatments
- ↑ National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF): Alternative Approaches to Psioriasis Treatment - Topical Products
- ↑ HowStuffWorks: 28 Home Remedies for Psoriasis
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- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Nov. 12, 2009
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- Contributor: Carolyn DeLucas
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Psoriasis and Apple Cider Vinegar, Apple Cider for Psoriasis, Psoriasis and Apple Cider, Vinegar for Psoriasis, Psoriasis and Vinegar
- Last update: Nov. 12, 2009
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