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Has anyone noticed a particular food that seems to reduce itching? I am eating raw beetroot and it seems to have reduced itching?

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Weymouth, UK
July 24, 2024
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Members shared various strategies for managing itching related to skin conditions, with the most detailed responses focusing on a supplement... Read more

Members shared various strategies for managing itching related to skin conditions, with the most detailed responses focusing on a supplement regimen that includes N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC) 600mg, Pepcid 20mg, and Zyrtec 10mg twice daily, which one member credited with dramatically reducing scalp nodules and overall itching. Several members discussed practical approaches like regular dermatologist visits for corticosteroid injections, applying clobetasol cream to affected areas, and using OGX hair oil mist between treatments to prevent dryness-triggered itching. A recurring theme was the deeply personal nature of finding relief, with members acknowledging that what works for one person may not work for another, yet remaining hopeful and supportive as they continue experimenting with different treatments.

A MyPrurigoTeam Member

I started peanut butter toast for breakfast.

July 24, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Thanks, can you take Claritin. My doctor said I could take Claritin but that the Zyrtec works better for decreasing the itch. And the Pepcid helps with the histamine to decrease the itch.

July 27, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

My dermatologist put me on a supplement that she said would help reduce the itching. N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine 600mg. I take it twice a day. Also Pepcid 20 mg twice a day. Zyrtec 10 mg twice a day. It has helped to decrease the itching for me. The nodules on my scalp have gone away. I do have some LSC on my scalp that I’m dealing with. I use clobetasol cream 0.05% on the areas twice a day. But the reduction in itching has helped me to see improvement( less itching then less scratching) so it’s become more manageable. Hope that helps. I know it has really worked for me.

July 27, 2024
MyPrurigoTeam

Many people with prurigo nodularis find that adopting a Mediterranean-style diet, which focuses on whole foods, helps reduce inflammation and symptoms. This diet includes:

- Fruits
- Nuts
- Whole grains
- Healthy oils

Additionally, anti-inflammatory foods such as berries, cherries, chia seeds, dark chocolate (more than Show Full Answer

Many people with prurigo nodularis find that adopting a Mediterranean-style diet, which focuses on whole foods, helps reduce inflammation and symptoms. This diet includes:

- Fruits
- Nuts
- Whole grains
- Healthy oils

Additionally, anti-inflammatory foods such as berries, cherries, chia seeds, dark chocolate (more than 70% dark), green tea, lentils, olive oil, nuts, nut butters, and green leafy vegetables may also help. Everyone reacts differently, so it's great that raw beetroot seems to be helping you!

July 24, 2024
A MyPrurigoTeam Member

Spice section of any supermarket.

July 30, 2024

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