DEAR DR. GOTT:
A few weeks ago I wrote to you, enclosed a self-addressed, stamped envelope, and asked what can be done for psoriasis. I haven’t heard from you.
DEAR READER:
I apologize. However, the quantity of mail that I receive makes personal answers to readers’ questions too difficult.
If you read my column regularly you should have seen several about alternative therapies for the treatment of psoriasis. I will repeat the most successful ones for you.
Many of my readers have had success with Vicks VapoRub (or the equivalent store brand). Simply rub into the patches once or twice a day. Within a few days, most readers had no more flaking/scaling, the patches were thinner, softer and itched less, if at all. Mild to moderate patches may even disappear completely.
Other readers have had success with banana peels. Simply rub the inside of the banana peel against your psoriasis two to three times a day. You may want to treat severe patches by taping a peel or portion of one against the affected areas.
If you choose the banana method, don’t discard the fruit. It is full of potassium and other nutrients that provide a quick pick me up. I suggest you try it blended with some plain yogurt and orange juice for a delicious, low fat, no sugar breakfast smoothie.
To give you related information, I am sending you copies of my Health Reports “Eczema and Psoriasis” and “Compelling Home Remedies”. Other readers who would like copies should send a self-addressed, stamped number 10 envelope and $2 FOR EACH report to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title(s).
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