Unraveling the Diet- Lichen Sclerosus Connection with Erica Eberl

Uncover the potential connection between your diet and long-term health with this groundbreaking research on Diet and LS.   Erica Eberl is a 23-year-old dietitian and LS warrior who was diagnosed less than a year ago. She has used her skills and resources to research LS and diet and shares her findings to help others.   After Erica Eberl was diagnosed with LS, she did extensive research on diet and LS and found three studies that she was able to share. One study from Italy found that avocado and soybean extract cream and a dietary strategy improved symptoms in women with mild to moderate LS, although it wasn't as effective as corticosteroids. A case-control study from Italy found that increased consumption of carotenoids (precursors to Vitamin A) was associated with less LS. Lastly, a study from Portugal found that 50% of the women with LS who had food triggers reported pork, spicy food, and fried food being the main triggers. Erica recommends seeing a dietitian or nutritionist to find out what food triggers are specific to you.   "It's up to you how factual you want to take this study, because obviously, it's not enough to actually form guidelines for, like, sclerosis, because it's only one study. But it's definitely something that you can start thinking about. And if you look at other studies that are on inflammation or autoimmune, it definitely seems to be a common trait. So definitely I'm always an advocate for eating more vegetables and fruits, so if that convinces you to go down that path and then."   In this episode, you will learn the following: Is there a link between diet and Lichen Sclerosus? Could pork be a trigger for Lichen Sclerosus flares? What are the risks of going on an elimination diet for too long?   Resources: Check out our LS and Diet Comprehensive Guide https://lssupportnetwork.org/lsdiet   Download your copy of our customizable LS Symptom Tracker https://lssupportnetwork.org/symtpomtracker   Or our 30-day Food Sensitivity Tracker PDF https://lssupportnetwork.org/foodsensitivitytracker   Join the community at our next international virtual meetup https://lssupportnetwork.org/connect   Search for a provider in your area on our provider directory https://lssupportnetwork.org/providers Other episodes you'll enjoy: How nutrition therapy could help manage your Lichen Sclerosus? Is the Autoimmune Protocol the Lichen Sclerosus Natural Treatment for You? World Lichen Sclerosus Awareness Day Dr. Jill Krapf Q&A https://youtube.com/live/cIUkX1nzjyA   Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lichensclerosussupportnetwork/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lichensclerosussupportnetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMCwP8rMVSvZRFRyI3IChVA Website: https://lssupportnetwork.org/ Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://lovethepodcast.com/lspodcastMentioned in this episode:Finally Get Clear Answers About LS, Menopause, and Your TreatmentIf you’ve ever found yourself listening to this podcast searching for answers… trying to figure out why your body feels different… why your treatment isn’t working… or whether this is menopause, lichen sclerosus, or something else entirely… You’re not alone. And more importantly— you’re not the problem. Most people with LS are left trying to piece together a care plan from short appointments, conflicting advice, and hours of searching like this. That’s exactly why we created the Wholistic Healing Summit. This free, live event (May 11–15, 2026) brings together 12+ leading specialists to help you finally connect the dots between your symptoms, your treatment, and your next steps. Inside the summit, you’ll get answers to questions like: Why does my treatment stop working? Is this LS progression… or hormonal change? What order should I actually be using my medications? How do I navigate intimacy, pain, and changing skin? And if you choose to upgrade, you’ll also get access to exclusive Q&A sessions, where you can hear real questions from people just like you… and get expert answers you’d normally wait months (and pay hundreds) for. This is where the guessing stops. 👉 Register here: https://lssupportnetwork.org/whs If you’re tired of second-guessing your care… this is your next step. P.S. If you’ve ever wished you had more time with a specialist or left an appointment with unanswered questions, the All-Access Pass gives you direct access to expert Q&As you can revisit anytime.