Eczema and psoriasis are chronic inflammatory skin conditions characterized by redness, itching, scaling, and flare-ups. While they appear on the skin, their roots often lie in immune imbalance, gut inflammation, nutritional deficiencies, and stress.

At InnateHeal, eczema and psoriasis are approached through a root-cause framework that focuses on immune regulation, gut–skin balance, nutrient restoration, inflammation control, and lifestyle alignment rather than topical suppression alone.

Understanding Eczema & Psoriasis Beyond Skin Symptoms

These conditions reflect systemic inflammation rather than surface irritation.

• Dry, itchy, inflamed patches of skin
• Scaling, flaking, or thickened plaques
• Recurring flare-ups and remissions
• Skin sensitivity and cracking

Such patterns often indicate immune overactivity, gut imbalance, or chronic inflammatory stress.

Nutritional Foundations for Skin Healing

Skin integrity and immune balance depend heavily on nutritional sufficiency.

Key Nutrient Deficiencies Linked to Eczema & Psoriasis

• Omega-3 Deficiency: increased skin inflammation
• Vitamin D Deficiency: immune dysregulation and flares
• Zinc Deficiency: delayed skin healing
• Vitamin A Deficiency: poor skin barrier repair
• Antioxidant Deficiency: increased oxidative skin damage

Correcting nutritional gaps supports skin barrier repair and immune calm.

Nervous System & Skin Inflammation

Stress and nervous system overload strongly influence skin flare-ups.

• Magnesium – supports stress reduction and skin calm
• B-complex vitamins – support immune and nerve balance
• Omega-3 fatty acids – reduce inflammatory signaling
• L-Theanine – reduces stress-triggered flares
• Glycine – supports skin repair during sleep

Note: Emotional stress is a common trigger for flares.

Gut–Skin Axis & Immune Balance

The gut plays a central role in regulating skin inflammation.

Gut-related contributors to eczema and psoriasis include:

• Leaky gut and immune activation
• Imbalanced gut microbiota
• Food sensitivities
• Chronic digestive inflammation

Supporting gut health often leads to significant skin improvement.

Hormonal & Immune Influences

Hormonal changes can intensify inflammatory skin conditions.

• Stress-related cortisol elevation
• Thyroid imbalance
• Insulin resistance
• Menstrual or menopausal hormone shifts
• Autoimmune immune activation (psoriasis)

Hormonal balance supports immune regulation and skin stability.

Lifestyle Practices That Support Skin Health

• Regular moisturizing to protect skin barrier
• Identifying and avoiding trigger foods
• Maintaining hydration
• Gentle skin care routines
• Consistent sleep schedules

Daily habits strongly influence flare frequency.

Mind–Body Support for Skin Healing

• Stress management and relaxation techniques
• Mindfulness and emotional regulation
• Breathing exercises for nervous system calm
• Reducing anxiety around flare-ups

A calm nervous system supports longer remission phases.

What Can Worsen Eczema & Psoriasis

• Highly processed or inflammatory foods
• Chronic stress and sleep deprivation
• Harsh soaps or skin products
• Ignoring food sensitivities
• Scratching or skin trauma

When to Seek Medical or Dermatological Care

Professional evaluation is important if:

• Skin lesions are widespread or worsening
• Severe itching or pain occurs
• Infection or bleeding develops
• Autoimmune psoriasis is suspected

Final Thoughts

Eczema and psoriasis are expressions of internal immune and inflammatory imbalance.

By addressing nutrition, gut health, stress, and immune regulation together, skin healing can be supported naturally and flare-ups reduced over time.