Pantothenic Acid (vitamin B5)
A scientific research study was conducted on the effects of vitamin B5 for acne and the results were quite amazing! Of the 100 patients in the study, all of them experienced a near 100% remission of their acne.
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Nicotinamide (vitamin B3)
A clinical trial using Nicotinamide to treat acne yielded some impressive results. After a relatively short treatment period of 4 weeks, 79% acne sufferers reported improvement in there appearance as moderately better to much better. Nicotinamide is also necessary for proper central nervous system (brain) function.
Zinc
Research suggests that people with acne might have low zinc levels. Zinc helps heal blemishes, reduces inflammation, and reduces androgenic hormonal effects on the skin.
Vitamin A
Numerous clinical studies have shown beneficial effects of vitamin A or its derivatives on skin diseases such as acne & psoriasis. Vitamin A is commonly known as the anti-infective vitamin because it is required for normal functioning of the immune system.
Thiamine (vitamin B1)
Thiamine may enhance circulation which helps with blood formation and the metabolism of carbohydrates.
It is also required for the health of the nervous system
Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
Riboflavin is required for the healthy growth of skin, hair and nails. Riboflavin is essential for immune function.
Pyridoxine (vitamin B6)
People with a deficiency may suffer from irritability, nervousness, insomnia and acne.
Folic Acid (vitamin B9)
High intake of folate may decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease by 50%.
Folic acid is used for the treatment of insomnia and depression.v
Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)
Needed for the manufacture of red blood cells which are essential for growth and release of energy.
Biotin
Is needed for healthy hair, skin and bone marrow. A deficiency of Biotin may result in the thinning of hair which can lead to total hair loss (baldness). |