Which Foods Are Suitable For Eczema?

Eczema is an inflammatory condition of the skin, also known as atopic dermatitis. The condition can cause skin irritation, blisters that burst and itchy rashes.

Eczema is most common in children under the age of 2 , but can also affect older children and adults. Hereditary and external factors that trigger the condition influence the development of eczema, but the root cause of its appearance is still not well understood.

Some studies show that babies may be less likely to develop eczema if their mothers take probiotics and avoid drinking cow's milk during pregnancy. Many children "outgrow" eczema and experience little or no symptoms as adults.

Many people who suffer from eczema are also diagnosed with food allergies . However, each case is different and finding the causes of the condition and building a diet is important to minimize allergy and dermatitis problems. Common food allergies associated with eczema include the consumption of:

• Cow milk;
• Eggs;
• Soy products;
• Gluten;
• Nuts;
• Fish;
• Midi

Foods containing preservatives can also exacerbate the symptoms of eczema. These include products high in trans fats, such as margarine and processed foods. Foods high in sugar can also cause eczema. Sugar causes insulin levels to rise, which can lead to inflammation.

Adherence to an  appropriate eczema prevention diet is key to the overall management of the condition. Not every patient has the same reactions to the same foods. However, some foods are known to have properties that can help reduce the onset and symptoms of eczema, they include:

Consumption of fish such as salmon and herring can reduce the symptoms of atopic dermatitis. Fish oil contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids , which have anti-inflammatory effects.

Foods containing quercetin , which is a powerful antioxidant and antihistamine. This means that it can reduce inflammation as well as histamine levels in the body. Foods high in quercetin include - apples, blueberries, cherries, broccoli, spinach, cabbage.

Foods containing probiotics , such as yogurt, help maintain a strong immune system. They help reduce inflammatory and allergic reactions.

The food allergies with which the patient is diagnosed largely determine the way of eating when dealing with the condition. Foods that are considered suitable for eczema can cause allergies in some patients. However, some diets are based on principles that can be helpful in reducing the symptoms of eczema.

The Mediterranean diet emphasizes eating with:

• Fruits;
• Vegetables;
• Fish;
• Healthy fats, such as olive oil;
• Including red wine that contains quercetin.

Desserts with sugar and red meat can be consumed in very small quantities or not consumed at all in this diet.

An anti-inflammatory diet is a diet that focuses on eating high-fiber foods and avoiding foods that increase inflammation. The anti-inflammatory diet places a strong emphasis on the consumption of - fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats (such as olive oil), fish, high in omega-3 fatty acids.

In some people, celiac disease and eczema occur together. This may be due to the genetic link that both disorders have. Celiac disease is treated by removing gluten from the diet.