Health E-Hint: A Soothing Natural Remedy For Dry, Itchy Skin

If you are one of many Americans who suffer from the chronic skin condition knows as psoriasis, then this all-natural remedy could be the lifesaver you’ve been looking for!

Researchers in Taiwan have discovered that an ointment made from indigo naturalis—a dark blue plant used in many Chinese herbal treatments—can help soothe the symptoms of psoriasis. This skin condition can cause red scaly patches or lesions along the elbows, knees and legs. Currently there is no cure.

Of the 42 patients treated with the indigo plant ointment for 12 weeks, 81 percent reported significant improvement, and more than 50 percent reported their lesions to be completely healed!

According to the report published in the Archives of Dermatology, indigo naturalis can be used externally or ingested. Plus, it has been proven to help treat various infections, inflammatory diseases and gastrointestinal problems.