Eczema

Sign & Symptoms

•Itchy, dry skin

•Small, raised bumps

•Cracked skin

•Skin redness

Complications

•Secondary bacterial skin infection

•Scarring

•Hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation

•Anxiety & depression

Food to Focus

•Fatty fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel)

•Food high in probiotics (yogurt, miso soup, tempeh)

•Food high in inflammation-fighting flavonoids (apples, broccoli, cherries, spinach, kale)

Food to Avoid

•Dairy products

•Egg

•Soy

•Some types of nuts

Lifestyle Modifications

•Apply skin moisturizer day & night

•Wear natural fabrics to reduce skin irritation

•Avoid hot showers

•Avoid food that triggers flare-up

•Avoid irritants

•Avoid scratching the affected areas

•Manage stress with meditation 

References

1. Eczema (atopic dermatitis): Causes, treatment & symptoms [Internet]. Cleveland Clinic. [cited 2022Jan5]. Available from: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9998-eczema

2. MB; DBWTJAT. Atopic dermatitis: Pathophysiology [Internet]. Advances in experimental medicine and biology. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 2022Jan5]. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29063428/

3. YL; GYYKFC. Prevalence of atopic dermatitis and pattern of drug therapy in Malaysian children [Internet]. Dermatitis : contact, atopic, occupational, drug. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 2022Jan5]. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29762208/

4. Whelan C. Eczema diet: Foods to eat and foods to avoid [Internet]. Healthline. Healthline Media; 2018 [cited 2022Jan5]. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/skin-disorders/eczema-diet