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| Nutrients Supplement |
Suggested Dosage | Comments | ||||
| 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. 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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