Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition where immune cells send inflammatory signals to the skin's surface, causing an itchy, red rash. Although there are many causes of eczema, such as genetics, allergies, chemical irritants, etc., consuming foods that support a healthy immune system can help minimize inflammation.
Some studies have shown that turmeric (found in Landish Fermented Turmeric Ginger Latte Mix) can be beneficial for those who experience skin diseases like eczema, because of its high concentration of curcumin, which has shown to decrease inflammation and help to modulate the immune system (1)(2)(3)(4).
Our Wild-Caught Marine Collagen may be beneficial to people experiencing eczema, as collagen has been shown to improve skin hydration, density, elasticity and structure (4). Although research on the effect that collagen has on eczema specifically is still limited, collagen is often recommended to people who have skin issues because of its ability to improve skin health.
Consuming adequate amounts of protein (the general consensus among nutritionists is 0.8 1 pound g per 2 pounds of body weight daily) is also important in treating skin issues, like eczema. Landish products that are good source of quality protein include our Wild-Caught Marine Collagen, Cricket Powder Nutritional Shake and California Spirulina Nutritional Shake.
Referenced sources:
Thangapazham, R, Sharma, A, et al (2007). Beneficial role of curcumin in skin diseases.
Chainani-Wu, N (2003). Safety and anti-inflammatory activity of curcumin: a component of tumeric (Curcuma longa).
Jagetia, G, Aggarwal, B (2007). “Spicing Up” of the Immune System by Curcumin. Journal of Clinical Immunology.
Vaughn, A, Branum, A, Sivamani, R (2016). Effects of Turmeric (Curcuma longa) on Skin Health: A Systematic Review of the Clinical Evidence.
Asserin, J, Lati, E (2015). The effect of oral collagen peptide supplementation on skin moisture and the dermal collagen network: evidence from an ex vivo model and randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials.
Lessard-Rhead, Brenda (2015). Nutritional Pathology.