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5 Items You Need In Your Lupus Flare Up Kit

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Lupus is a terrible skin condition that has flare-ups that come suddenly. If only there were a way to prevent these surprise visits from the lupus monster. Oh wait, there is!

In fact, there are five ways you can combat lupus and stop it from showing up unannounced on days when you don’t want to see it. On top of that, you can purchase these five remedies at most stores.

Enough teasing. Let’s get into the top five items you need to have in your lupus flare-up prevention kit.

1. Sunscreen

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Sunscreen isn’t just a must-have for the beach to ensure you don’t get too sunburned. During scorching days, it is imperative that you put on at least one coat, if not more, of a high-numbered SPF so you can prevent any lupus outbreaks.

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Most doctors recommend an SPF rating of 30 or higher to prevent cutaneous flare-ups. That’s not very hard to find because you can go to most convenience stores and find that on the shelf. 

You won’t need to put it on every day, but for those sweltering days (90° or higher), you’ll need to coat up, and we’re not talking about leather.

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2. Tumeric

Turmeric is another must-have for your lupus prevention kit, and you can find this at any grocery store on the shelves. The active ingredient, curcumin, has been proven effective in treating autoimmune diseases.

Adding turmeric to your everyday diet is super easy because you can put it in milk, honey, or several dishes. This remedy is not for everyone because people with gallbladder problems might have side effects.

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Talking to your doctor before you add excess amounts of turmeric tea diet is a good idea. However, this remedy is a staple in most people’s spice cabinets.

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3. Apple Cider Vinegar

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Apple cider vinegar doesn’t just go well in marinating recipes. It can also help your skin get back to what it once was. A deficiency in hydrochloric acid is common for people with lupus, so apple cider is an excellent supplement for the chemical.

On top of that, it can help your body detoxify while also enhancing how well you absorb nutrients. Other than marinades, you can add apple cider vinegar to your diet by:

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