Psoriasis: Foods That Help, Foods That Hurt
Eat a Healthy Diet
Eat More: Dark Leafy Greens
Eat More: Fatty Fish
Eat More: Whole Grains
Eat More: Olive Oil
Eat More: Fruit
Eat More: Beans
Eat More: Nuts
Eat More: Spices and Herbs
Eat Less: Fatty Red Meat
Eat Less: Sugar
Eat Less: Fried Foods
Eat Less: Refined Grains
Drink Less: Alcohol
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