Harriet, a busy mum of two, came to me a few months ago as she’d been living with psoriasis for many years on her elbows, lower arms, knees and scalp. The red, itchy patches had got worse since her last pregnancy and, apart from seeing a slight improvement during a recent sunny holiday, it just wasn’t getting any better – despite trying some steroid creams recommended by her GP. 

Psoriasis is a frustrating and confidence-crushing condition. It shows up at the most inconvenient times, making you feel like your skin is a neon sign screaming for attention. 

In this guide, I will explore what psoriasis is, the symptoms, triggers, the treatments available and how I, as a nutritional therapist, can help you get this condition under control. 

We haven’t had a particularly sunny summer this year. However, even on the sunniest of days, we probably haven’t been able to maximise our production of vitamin D.