A number of Natural Supplements and Vitamins are very helpful for
Eczema treatment. More and more people are choosing natural remedies to
taking prescribed medications in treating eczema because they are safer
to use longterm without the fear of side effects. Some of these natural
supplements and vitamins are mentioned below. Always seek medical
advice before taking any supplements, especially if you are taking other
prescribed medications or have other pre existing medical conditions.
Omega 3 fatty acids
Intake
of this essential fatty acid helps in the reduction of symptoms of
eczema like skin dryness and inflammation. Including fish in your daily
diet is also a good start to increase essential fatty acids in your
body. Oily fish like mackerel, fresh tuna and trout belong to this
category.
Probiotics
Probiotics are
also beneficial forms of gut bacteria that help stimulate the natural
digestive juices and enzymes that keep our digestive organs functioning
properly. Intake of probiotics is safe and helps improve overall health
but a few may experience a mild digestive problem. Used during pregnancy
reduces the risk of childhood eczema. In addition to taking a probiotic
supplement you can also eat probiotic foods, examples are yoghurt,
kombucha tea, dark chocolates and more.
Evening Primrose Oil
Primrose
oil is also a good eczema treatment. Oil is taken from the seed of
evening Primrose plant. Studies shows that this oil is rich in
Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) which is used as building blocks for the
number of molecules in the body. It helps in the skin nourishment and
corrects skin lipid thus relieves itching, edema and inflammation.
Vitamin A
This
is a good antioxidant that assists in the human body's healing
processes. It plays central roles in growth and development, skin health
and the immune system. This vitamin can help treat eczema by
suppressing excessive cellular growth in the skin. They not only reduce
bacterial population in the skin but also in the gland ducts of the
skin.This means that vitamin A compounds can help restore the protective
barrier of the skin by stopping the bacterial damage that leads to
leaky skin.Vitamin A can also help in relieving eczema by reducing local
inflammation in the skin.
Vitamin C
Known
as nature's protective nutrient that is essential for defending our
body against infections and aids in the body's natural healing
processes. Excellent natural sources of Vitamin C include fruits like
strawberries, oranges, guava and many vegetables.
Vitamin E
Vitamin
E is an antioxidant that protects body tissue from damage caused by
substances called free radicals. Our body also needs this vitamin to
keep our immune system strong to fight off bacteria that enters our
body. Vitamin A is important to help our body fight off symptoms of
eczema. Green leafy vegetables such as spinach and broccoli are some
good sources.
Vitamin B6
Many
studies showed that intake of Vitamin B6 can help in the decreased risk
of inflammation. Skin disorders like eczema and seborrheic dermatitis is
associated with the deficiency of this vitamin. Thus having an ample
intake of this vitaminis required to reduce the risk of having eczema or
to treat one. Squash, mushrooms and spinach are good sources of Vitamin
B6.
In order to achieve the desired result for effective Eczema
treatment using supplements and vitamins, one needs to be focused and
dedicated. Choosing natural healthy foods that contains most, if not all
of the above is the first step in the right direction. -By
Phoebe D.
