Vitiligo Diet
Vitiligo is a skin disease in which white patches appear on the upper surface of skin usually occurring on both sides of the body on the same area. Vitiligo is fairly common affecting 1 out of every 100 people. Vitiligo is found in almost every part of the world. It affects the people of the all race but is far more disabling in those who have dark skin. Autoimmune disease is likely believe to be the main cause of Vitiligo. The suffering Vitiligo patients should be careful while choosing the diet as it may affect the immune condition very effectively. A proper diet is strongly recommended for Vitiligo treatment though it won't cure vitiligo itself but it will surely help to get rid of vitiligo white patches. It is even more important than supplements or any remedial compound. It will also help to recover skin discoloration by providing essential vitamins & minerals that take part in the process that leads to the formation of new pigments (melanin) in melanocytes.In recent times a group of compounds known as photochemical has been the focal point of researchers. They have been proven to protect against cell damage and disease.
It has been recommended by dermatologists and researchers for Vitiligo sufferers to avoid the food products which produces change in blood and the item which likely increases the production of phlegm as they work as an obstacle in treatment of Vitiligo E.g.:
- Fruits:
Watermelon, custard apple, guava, melon, lemon & lime, oranges and variety of all citrus fruits are recommended to be ignored as per to cure Vitiligo rapidly. Read More... - Vegetable:
Brinjal, red sorrel and parsley also act as an obstacle while treatment of Vitiligo. Read More... - Dairy products:
Milk, curd and buttermilk are also not advisable while suffering Vitiligo.
It is also suggested to avoid the usage of fish, cashew nut, Amla, Indian sorrel, beef, tamarind in order to cure Vitiligo soon. - Cereal:
Whole grain food, millet/barley porridge, oats, rice, pasta (processed grains not recommended) and Breads (only whole grain bread) as they contain are a huge source of vitamins, fibers and minerals and so they help during the treatment of Vitiligo
