I remember during the early 1960's when a kid came up to greet you, they'd
offer their hand and say, " Gimme some skin". It seemed a cool and hip way to
say hello. The purpose of this article however, isn't to talk about teenagers
and how they greeted one another in the sixties, but to provide information
regarding the challenge so many of us have in dealing with skin problems;
Primarily acne, rosacea, eczema and wrinkles.
At the present, I'll address both adolescent and adult onset acne.
Firstly, with adolescent acne there has always been a concern with cleanness and
the eruption of the pimple. This is certainly important because of the potential
of bacterial infection adding to the acne problem which could contribute to acne
vulgaris. However, there are other factors which play important roles with this
offensive problem, particularly the influence of newly acquired hormones,
testosterone and estrogen and their contribution of stress on one's liver. For
males, due to the growth of the prostate gland there can be an acute deficiency
of the trace element zinc. Zinc is necessary in helping to control the oil
output by the sebaceous gland in the skin. Zinc is also an important
metalo-cofactor for the synthesis of hundreds of enzymes within the functioning
cells. Along with proper diet, the intake of nutritional supplements is a good
and safe approach in dealing with acne, rosacea and eczema.
Adult onset acne is primarily associated with change of hormones, in particular
women entering [peri-menopaus] the change of life. Thyroid output is also a
player with this dysfunctional problem of adult onset acne. If thyroid function
is low, it may have an negative impact on the ovaries and the hormones produced
by the ovaries. There is an accurate method of testing the output of the thyroid
glands. It's called the Barnes Basal Temperature Test.
Place a thermometer by your bed stand, upon waking immediately take the temperature (under arm pit)
then record temperature. Repeat for five days and average temperatures. If the
average is below 97.7 degrees or below, it is classified as sub-clinical
hypo-thyroid ism. This dysfunctional level may have detrimental impact upon your
complete bodily systems. An important hormonal system is the ovaries. It may
have an impact at what age one enters into menopause and how comfortable one
experiences this normal stage of life. Another important factor of low thyroid -
especially for women experiencing menopause is it can cause adult onset acne.
The elimination of this form of acne requires support of the ovaries. Another factor may be essential fatty acids , that include a complete multi vitamin/mineral supplement especially containing omega six form of fatty acids. Homeopathic MBi Skin Drops (1oz bottle) assists in the healing of the acne. If the thyroid basal temperature is low, support of your thyroid is essential with MBi Thyroid-120 (they thyroid
gland is responsible for processes all over the body, from protein synthesis, to
metabolism and immunity).
HealthQuest Nutrition (http://www.healthquestnutrition.com/) offers several
natural supplements and homeopathic remedies to help with problem skin. In particular
Mbi Nutraceuticals Dermavites, a specifically formulated multiple vitamin &
mineral combination that helps promote healthy skin; MBi Skin Drops and Eczema
Drops - homeopathic products and Sulfa*Derm, a topical ointment that assists in
the healing of the skin tissue - Combined, these supplements are extremely
beneficial in controlling acne and have a long history of clinically proven
success.
For more information about HealthQuest Nutrition and product use please visit
our web site http://www.healthquestnutrition.com/
