High dietary inflammatory index tied to increased prevalence of eczema

High dietary inflammatory index tied to increased prevalence of eczema

High dietary inflammatory index (DII), which quantifies the inflammatory potential of diet, is associated with increased prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a study published online June 19 in Frontiers of Immunology.

Eczema Triggers: How to Recognize and Avoid Them

When you have eczema, you already know that preventing flare-ups requires some vigilance. After all, everyday things — such as cigarette smoke, pollen, and even your clothes — may cause symptoms, and no two skins are identical. “It’s important to know that people with eczema have different triggers, and the combination of triggers won’t be the same for everyone with the condition,” says Debra Wattenberg, MD , a board-certified dermatologist in p…