Great question! Eggs and psoriasis have a complicated relationship — and the short answer is: it depends on the person.
There's no definitive research saying eggs are off-limits for people with psoriasis, including plantar psoriasis. Eggs actually contain several nutrients that may be beneficial, such as:
- Vitamin D – Show Full Answer
Great question! Eggs and psoriasis have a complicated relationship — and the short answer is: it depends on the person.
There's no definitive research saying eggs are off-limits for people with psoriasis, including plantar psoriasis. Eggs actually contain several nutrients that may be beneficial, such as:
- Vitamin D – may help slow skin cell growth and reduce plaque buildup
- Vitamin B12 – people with psoriasis tend to have lower levels of this
- High-quality protein – low in calories and supportive of overall health
- Selenium and B vitamins – generally good for immune health That said, some people find eggs trigger their symptoms. A MyPsoriasisTeam member shared that after visiting a naturopath, they were advised to cut out eggs along with gluten. Others say eggs have no effect on them at all.
How eggs are prepared also matters — boiling is generally better than frying, since frying adds extra fat that could be a trigger for some people. The best approach is to track how your body responds after eating eggs and discuss it with your doctor or dermatologist. Keeping a food diary can really help identify whether eggs are a friend or foe for your specific situation.
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