Foods to avoid if I have eczema.
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Hello, I am a 33 years old female. I have eczema behind my knees. It itches a lot. I have trouble wearing clothes and I can’t wear skirts or short clothes because of the rash. I have been undergoing treatment and want to take precautions to recover fast, so I want to take precautions. Can anyone suggest to me which foods I should avoid?
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@adrisha-nayak Hello, Eczema or atopic dermatitis is a condition that causes a person to develop patches of dry, itchy skin on their body. It often develops as a result of inflammation in the body, so eating foods that do not cause inflammation may help reduce symptoms. Some foods may trigger the release of T cells that cause inflammation, as well as immunoglobulin-E or IgE, which is an antibody that the body produces in response to a threat. Foods that contribute to inflammation include nuts, milk, and wheat. Some common foods that may trigger an eczema flare-up and could be removed from a diet include:
- citrus fruits
- dairy
- eggs
- gluten or wheat
- soy
People with dyshidrotic eczema, which typically affects the hands and feet, may experience benefits from eating foods that do not contain nickel. Nickel is found in trace amounts in the soil and can, therefore, be present in foods. Foods like beans, black tea, lentils, and peas.