Health Herbs and supplements for clear skin By Kelli Rosen April 1, 2006 0 comment 0 Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Google + Pinterest Print Recommendation Rationale NotesAdvertisement Aloe (Aloe vera or Aloe barbadensis) applied topically Possesses anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and analgesic properties. Food-grade aloe can be taken internally, too. Burdock root (Arctium lappa) 5 grams/day Enhances liver function. Resembling a long brown carrot, burdock root can also be peeled and juiced for drinking or chopped and added to stir-fry. Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) 1 ounce dried herb brewed into tea daily Helps relieve inflammation of the skin. This herb may also help prevent scarring. Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) 400 mg/day An antioxidant effective at repairing the liver. Begin taking after you cleanse the liver. Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) 160 mg, 2x/day Inhibits production of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which stimulates the production of oil in the skin. Take in conjunction with zinc. Vitamin A 10,000 IU/day Helps to regulate the skin's sebum (oil) production, which helps decrease acne. It can be toxic in high doses, so do not exceed recommendation unless under the supervision of a health care practitioner. Zinc 50 mg/day Inhibits conversion of DHT, which stimulates oil production. Be sure to take with food. Sources: Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, RH; Hilary Andrews, ND. 0 comment 0 Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Google + Pinterest Print Kelli Rosen Related Posts Perk up your personal care August 1, 2006 How can I ease leg cramps? July 1, 2008 Just Relax February 1, 2002 Brands, retailers that attend NPA MarketPlace go far June 15, 2012 The Vision Thing February 1, 2005 Soundly sleeping November 2, 2021 Reap What You Sow July 1, 2001 Like shrimp? You might be eating illegal, carcinogenic... May 22, 2012 Sunscreen face-off: Mineral vs. chemical May 6, 2015 Even NASA is on board with nutricosmetics—or not June 8, 2012 Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment.