Acne Alternative
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Important Vitamins: Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin B extra B6 Vitamin E Herbal Remedies The following herbs used in tea or tincture form have been used to treat acne: dandelion root, burdock, nettles, cleavers, and echinacea. Use infusions of lavender, chamomile, yarrow, thyme or elderflower as steams. Nutrients SUPPLEMENT SUGGESTED DOSAGE COMMENTS |
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Chromium GTF |
As directed | Aids in reducing infection of the skin. |
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Lecithin | 1 capsule before meals | Needed for better absorption of the essential fatty acids. |
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Primrose oil | As directed on label | Supplies the essential gamma linoleic acids needed for healing. |
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Unsaturated fatty acids |
1 tbsp. cold pressed sesame oil, flaxseed oil, or linseed oil, or take in capsule form. | Needed to keep the skin smooth and soft,
and to repair damaged cells. |
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Zinc gluconate | 30-80 mg. daily | Aids in healing of tissue and helps to prevent scarring. | |||||
Vitamin A & E emulsion |
A 50,000 IU E 400 IU. Use emulsion for easier assimilation. |
Strengthens the protective epithelial (skin) tissue. | |||||
Accutane | As directed by a doctor. | Strengthens epithelial (skin) tissue. Caution: Has many side effects. Should be used only in more severe cases when other treatments have failed. Do not use if pregnant. Can cause birth defects. |
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Chlorophyll (liquid or tablet) |
As directed on label. | Aids in cleansing the blood, preventing infections. | |||||
Cod liver oil | As directed on label. | A good source of vitamins A and D, which are needed for healing of skin tissue. | |||||
Hydrochloric acid ( HC ) with digestive enzymes |
Take with meals. | Caution: Those with ulcers should not take digestive enzymes containing HCI. | |||||
Niacin | 100 mg 3 times daily with meals. | Improves blood flow to the surface of the skin. | |||||
Proteolytic enzymes |
2 tablets between meals. | Free radical scavengers. | |||||
Retin-A ( contains retinoc acid and a vitamin A derivative) |
By prescription only. | Successfully used by dermatologists to treat acne. | |||||
Vitamin B complex (high potency) with extra B6 and pantothenic acid |
50 mg 3 times daily | Important for healthy skin tone. | |||||
Vitamin C with bioflavonoids | 3,000-5000 mg daily in divided doses. | Promotes immune function. |
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