Psoriasis is an inflammatory and autoimmune skin disease. Nail psoriasis is a common form. Autoimmune reactions stimulate the number of cells in the epidermis. However, in people with psoriasis, these cells renew too quickly (3 to 6 days VS 28 to 30 days). This causes the appearance of thick patches of skin which flake off, i.e. come off in the form of white scales, especially on the nails.
Brewer's yeast against nail psoriasis, known as “ungueal”
Nail psoriasis
Nail psoriasis is a particularly debilitating disease. The nail becomes deformed, thickens, can lift and all this leads to barely bearable inflammatory pain. Nail twitching is visible to others, making this form of psoriasis difficult to bear.
Don't panic, you are not alone in this situation. 90% of people with psoriasis will have a nail flare-up at least once. Nail psoriasis can start at any age. In certain cases, the nail damage is sometimes transient and minimal, which may even be unknown to the patient.
If you notice isolated nail damage, we strongly recommend that you consult your doctor or a dermatologist. Be careful, nail fungus looks a lot like nail psoriasis but the treatments are different.
Benefits of brewer's yeast
Brewer's yeast is an ally in the fight against nail psoriasis. It will help you regain the beauty of your nails in a natural way! There are two forms of brewer's yeast: active and inactive. Inactive yeast is one that has been dried at high temperatures and has lost its probiotic activity. However, it retains vitamins and minerals
Active yeast, for its part, retains all its qualities and virtues.
Brewer's yeast is found in three forms: flakes, capsules or powder. Glitter and powder can be added to culinary preparations: a spoonful of glitter in cereals, a spoonful of powder instead of a spoonful of flour in a cake. The powder can also be used as a base for a mask, a preparation to which water is added to make a paste. The capsules are simply ingested.
The main health benefit of brewer's yeast is its very high concentration of vitamins from group B and E: no less than 17. It has a very high protein content, approximately 40% of its weight: 40g of protein per 100g of yeast. .
The effects of brewer's yeast on nail psoriasis
Brewer's yeast will generally restore beauty to your nails, but also allow you to feel more comfortable and be able to jump into your nails. evening wear ! Decryption of its benefits:
– Probiotics are known to balance intestinal transit. They help avoid very common digestive disorders: constipation or diarrhea. You'll be less bloated and on the way to a flat stomach.
– The synergy of B vitamins will help cell renewal, the beauty of nails and hair, better transit and fight against fatigue.
– In case of great stress and anxiety, do not hesitate to introduce brewer's yeast into your diet. Once again, B vitamins can regulate mood.
– Little tip for breastfeeding mothers: brewer's yeast has the ability to increase your milk production.
– And in addition to vitamins, you can also benefit from the benefits of 13 mineral salts and 16 trace elements.
Focus on the beauty of hair with brewer's yeast
Do you take care of your beauty by favoring natural products that will not harm your body? Brewer's yeast might just meet some of your needs.
Brewer's yeast can also have positive effects on your hair. For example, if you are losing your hair, you are certainly lacking in vitamins or minerals, or you are experiencing a strong period of stress or fatigue.
Regarding your hair, brewer's yeast can help you get new skin thanks to its vitamin B9. It is recommended to carry out a two-month treatment.
Be careful though for smokers, in fact, tobacco negatively affects your nails and epidermis ; making them yellow, dry, and these retain traces of the cigarette.
How to use brewer's yeast for nail psoriasis?
You can sprinkle brewer's yeast flakes on a salad or yogurt, swallow capsules, or even apply a mask made from warm water and brewer's yeast flakes directly to your hair.
Also, don’t deprive yourself if your nails split or break. You can find more information and tips in the Psoriasis Tips section.
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