Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that can
produce flaking, scaling, thickening, color changes, and especially itching.
Alot of cases of dermatitis are the result of allergies. This
type of condition is called allergic or contact dermatitis. It maybe
caused by contact with perfumes, cosmetics, rubber, medicated creams
and ointments, plants such as poison ivy, and/or metals or metal
alloys such as gold, silver, and nickel found in jewelry or zippers.
Some people with dermatitis are even sensitive to sunlight. Whatever the
irritant, if the skin remains in constant contact with it, the
dermatitis is likely to spread and become more severe.
Stress, an especially chronic tension, can
trigger or make dermatitis worse.
Atopic
dermatitis - is a hereditary form of the condition that
usually becomes apparent in infancy. It typically appears on the face,
in the bends of the elbows, and behind the knees. Often, other family
members have histories of allergies or
asthma.
Nummular dermatitis means "coin-shaped" and is a
chronic condition in which round lesions appear on the limbs. It may
be caused by an allergy to nickel, and is often associated with dry
skin. Dermatitis herpetiformis is a very itchy type of
dermatitis associated with intestinal and immune disorders. This form
of dermatitis may be triggered by the consumption of dairy products
and/or gluten. Eczema is a term sometimes used interchangeably
with dermatitis, although some authorities define it as a specific
type of dermatitis distinguished by the presence of fluid-filled
blisters that weep, ooze, and crust over. Seborrhea is a form
of dermatitis that most commonly affects the scalp and/or the face. A colon and intestinal
cleansing maybe helpful
for dermatitis, eczema, and many health issues.
|
Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
| Essential
fatty acids |
10 |
These
help
to lubricate the skin and are needed for skin health and the
proper functioning of the body's nervous system. Good sources of
essential fatty acids include omega from fish, flax
seed, and borage seed. |
| Multi-vitamin
& mineral supplement |
10 |
contains
B vitamins, zinc, vitamins E, A, and D and other supplements
needed for good skin healthcare. The nutrients found in a
daily supplement are needed for good general health and well
being. |
| vitamin
B complex |
10 |
the
B
vitamins are very important for both good circulation, nervous
system and healthy
skin. They also help with stress related health problems. |
| Pyridoxine |
10 |
Deficiencies of
vitamin B6 or pyridoxine have been linked to many skin
problems including dermatitis and eczema. |
| vitamin
B12 |
10 |
is needed for cell formation and cell longevity |
| Niacin |
9 |
vitamin
B3 or niacin
is required for both blood circulation and skin health |
| Bioflavonoids |
9 |
aids
cell membranes and fights inflammation |
| Grape
seed extract |
9 |
contains
oligomeric proanthocyandins which aid in reducing inflammation
and eliminate toxins |
| Zinc |
8 |
very
often people with dermatitis and skin problems are not getting
enough zinc. This mineral helps strengthen the immune system and
promotes healing. Often a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement can help. |
| vitamin
E |
8 |
helps to relieve
dryness and itching of the skin |
|
Myrrh resin |
8 |
promotes
healing and it works well with frankincense and aloe vera |
| Dandelion |
9 |
herb that
helps with detoxifying the body and healing. |
| Chicory |
9 |
herb
that works well with dandelion with purifying properties |
| vitamin
A |
8 |
needed
for smooth skin and also helps prevent dryness. |
| Carotenoids |
8 |
work
with vitamin A |
| vitamin
D |
7 |
helps
with the healing of body tissues including the skin |
Other Changes To Make
-
drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or
filtered water a day
-
eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)
-
nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good
-
juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
-
do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods
-
carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack
-
a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)
-
do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
-
do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
-
use stress relief like going for walks in the park
(or the 10/90 rule - see
Stress)
-
brown rice is good to eat
-
avoid red meat and animal fats
-
reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
-
fast a few days a month
-
get at least 8 hours of sleep
-
exercise light to moderate amounts
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avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
-
do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
-
do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal
-
do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry
-
do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else
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