Ginger and Psoriasis: Anti-Inflammatory Action on Skin Diseases

Psoriasis and eczema are chronic inflammatory diseases of the ginger skin. The ginger, with its inhibitory profile of pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-17, IL-23), offers relevant systemic support — both for internal and topical use.

Psoriasis: a disease of theanti-inflammatory-inflammation-natural-remedy">systemic inflammation

Psoriasis is not just a disease of skin — it is a systemic inflammatory pathology involving T lymphocytes and a cytokine cascade (IL-17, IL-23, TNF-α). Biologics like adalimumab target exactly these pathways. Ginger partially inhibits the same targets, with less effectiveness but without side effects immunosuppressants.

Studies on ginger and psoriasis

In vitro studies (Journal of Dermatological Science, 2016) show that 6-gingerol inhibits the proliferation of psoriatic keratinocytes and reduces the production of IL-8 (central psoriasis cytokine). Human clinical studies are limited but preclinical data are promising.

Topical use: ginger cream

Topical application of ginger extract reduces erythema and scales in plaque psoriasis. The ideal formula: 2% ginger extract in an unscented emollient base. Combine with oral intake for dual-level action.

Food anti-inflammatory ginger and psoriasis

Refined sugar is a recognized trigger for psoriasis flare-ups (active NF-κB, promotes intestinal dysbiosis). INTI Drink with 1.19g of sugar/100ml and 0 added sugar fits perfectly into an anti-inflammatory diet. comparison INTI vs GIMBER (~34g/100ml) is contraindicated in psoriatic patients managing their diet.

Integrative protocol: ginger and psoriasis

1. Daily NRTI shot (ginger + turmeric-black-pepper-synergy-benefits">turmeric — double anti-TNF-α action)
2. Omega-3 (1-2g EPA/DHA/day)
3. Vitamin D3 (3000-5000 IU/day)
4. Reduction of refined sugars andliver-protect-ginger-next-day-party-2026">alcohol
5. Topical application of ginger extract 2% on the plaques