Micronutrients & recovery

High-fat diets, specifically those rich in palmitic acid, exacerbate psoriasis by promoting gut dysbiosis, increasing intestinal permeability ('leaky gut'), and directly activating keratinocytes and immune cells.

Dietary fats matter for psoriasis. High intake of saturated fats, specifically palmitic acid (found in many processed foods and animal fats), can worsen psoriasis by damaging the gut barrier and directly activating skin cells. Reducing these specific fats may help lower inflammation.