ACNE (acne rosacea/acne vulgaris) is a frequent
skin disease in teenagers and is sometimes associated
with PMS and estrogen supplements during menopause.
Papules, pustules, superficial puss-filled cysts, and deep
puss-filled canals characterize acne. Acne is primarily the
result of an essential fatty acid deficiency with a
concurrent intake of too much saturated fat and
polyunsaturated fatty acids (fried foods and margarine) Eliminate
"fast" foods and other sources of fat and sugar. Check
out the probability of food allergies (i.e., wheat,
milk, soy) as a contributing factor. Betaine HCI and
pancreatic enzymes are of considerable benefit. Essential
fatty acids are a must and should be consumed at the
rate of 3 percent of your total daily calorie
consumption or supplemented at the rate of 9 grams per day in
capsule form. A regimen of Vitamin A 300,000 units/day
(as beta-carotene) for five months, then reduce to
25,000 I per day B6 100 mg t.i.d., zinc 50 mg t.i.d.,
zinc 50 mg t.i.d. for 30 days, and vitamin E oil may
be applied topically acne lesions is also
recommended. Exposing areas affected by acne directly to ultra
violet light directly for 1-6 minutes may also prove
helpful.