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7 Foods to Help Heal Eczema From the Inside Out

Lifestyle
By Adriana Velez
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I hear it over and over again: Good skin health comes from the inside out. In other words, slathering on ointments and creams will only get you so far. To truly improve your skin you need to avoid eating foods that can exacerbate your skin issues and you need to eat foods that will help heal your epidermis. That's especially true when it comes to eczema. That stubborn skin condition may need more than topical treatment.

What not to eat? Your doctor will probably want to do an elimination test with you. Gluten and sugar are believed to worsen eczema, but it's a good idea to find out what your specific triggers are. As for foods you should eat, the list is long and delicious!

These 7 foods can also help fight off the red and scaly. If you want to find out more about fighting eczema with food, check out Karen Fischer's book, The Eczema Diet.

*Disclaimer: The advice on CafeMom.com is not a substitute for consultation with a medical professional or treatment for a specific condition. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem without consulting a qualified professional. Please contact your health-care provider with questions and concerns.
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1. Cold water fish
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1. Cold water fish

Cold water fish like salmon, cod, and halibut are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce symptoms of eczema flare-ups.

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2. Nuts and seeds
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2. Nuts and seeds

Nuts and seeds, especially flax seeds, are also high in omega-3s.

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3. Apples
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3. Apples

Apples are rich in quercetin, which is also a key ingredient for fighting eczema. It's an anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine agent. Also rich in quercetin are berries, citrus, and broccoli.

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4. Buckwheat
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4. Buckwheat

Buckwheat is rich in quercetin and is a great gluten-free alternative to wheat -- gluten is believed to be a possible trigger for eczema.

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5. Eggs and oatmeal
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5. Eggs and oatmeal

Eggs and oatmeal have something important in common: zinc. The mineral helps the immune system fight off eczema.

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6. Bananas
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6. Bananas

Bananas are rich in histamine-lowering magnesium and vitamin C.

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7. Bone broth
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7. Bone broth

Chicken bone broth is said to have healing properties and may help rebuild damaged skin.

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