PSORIASIS+ENBREL+3 MONTHS=TUBERCULOSIS….

Saw a commercial for the newest medication for psoriasis, and listened to the lengthy list of side effects, which specifically includes several warnings about tuberculosis (and death, lymphoma…). For that collection of risks “some patients saw a reduction of up to 75% after three months.”

Funny, my clients who have been told by doctors that they have the condition usually see a reduction of 100% after three weeks or so when they nutritionally support their livers and adrenal glands, the organs most often weakened or stressed in people with psoriasis. Most test for fatty acids like Super GLA, so I also encourage them to make sure they get enough digestible fats in their diets-nuts, seeds, avocados, etc. The most common adrenal supports they test for are Licorice root or Everflex (remember that the adrenals are responsible for controlling inflammation, hence, flexibility). Those who have or have had chronic strep (“rheuma”) infections may benefit from golden seal or the original Christopher combination sold as IN-X. Bio-Water Stress Mist provides topical relief; even people without skin problems need to really watch their soaps and topical products since virtually all commercial soaps and lotions are made in a petroleum base, which is generally toxic and seals the skin. Every body has a different set of needs, which is why I test all organs for each of my clients regardless of the symptoms about which they may express concern. The root problems may include poor digestion of fats (pancreas head), mineral deficiencies and imbalances, or thyroid malfunction (which may be the result of pituitary weakness or a hiatal hernia, etc.) so the adrenal and liver symptoms may just be the visible tip of the iceberg!

To be fair, I will warn you about possible side effects of a nutritional approach to psoriasis: you may experience generally feeling less stressed and more energetic. You also may have to buy new clothing since long sleeves and pants will no longer be essential; one eight-year-old had who had been so embarrassed by other kids that he had worn a turtleneck and jeans every day (including in summer in Florida) for years suddenly found himself wearing shorts and t-shirts.