Atopic dermatitis recommended foods include Borage oil, Evening Primrose oil, and other food sources of the omega-6 fatty acid (Gamma Linolenic Acid, GLA). Omega-6 essential fatty acids and omega-3 essential fatty acids are two fats which the majority of the population does not get enough of in their diets.

Even though you need to try to increase the amounts of the omega-6 fatty acid in your diet, you need to also pair it with the omega-3 fatty acid, since if there is too much of the former and not enough of the latter, your body may still not be well balanced for decreasing the inflammatory skin processes.

There are many special food supplements that contain the proper amounts of both acids, and you may want to incorporate such a supplement into your diet.

Furthermore, omega 6 fatty acid is also known to be beneficial for the people with atopic dermatitis with its topical application. Topical application of any omega 6 acid source, such as borage oil or evening primrose oil may help you: to maintain the trans-epidermal barrier, to help the skin to stay moisturized, and to accelerate the healing of the affected skin areas.

Other atopic dermatitis recommended foods include: lactobacilli, bifidobacteria, and other live micro-organisms that may help to restore the microbial balance in the intestines. These live micro-organisms (probiotics) also help to inhibit pathogens and toxins in the intestines, thus helping to alleviate various intestinal inflammatory conditions and atopic diseases.

Probiotics often come as special fortified foods and special dairy products. Moreover, they are available in the form of capsules, tablets, and powders containing freeze-dried probiotic bacteria. The most popular brands and producers include: Actimel/DanActive by Danone, GanedenBC30 by Ganeden Biotech, Align by Procter & Gamble, Lactobacillus fortis by Nestlé, Vifit by Valio, and others.

Not only are there atopic dermatitis recommended foods, but there also are many food products that are not recommended for a person with atopic dermatitis. However, it’s hard to say for sure which food allergy may be worsening the state of your condition.

One of the best ways to test whether you are allergic to any particular food is by undergoing a skin test. A skin test is when a doctor administers minuscule amounts of the most common allergens under your skin and tracks the skins reaction. Another good way to see whether any food may be worsening your condition is by eliminating the suspected food product for 1-2 weeks and tracking the reaction.

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