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Increases in beta-carotene, vitamin E, Folic acid and iron can help reduce the risk of eczema in children, according to a Korean study. The increased intakes of the four nutrients were found to reduce the risk of atopic dermatitis (AD), and can be accomplished through naturopathic supplements.
AD is characterized by severe itching, redness and scaling. It may be the first sign of allergy during early life, and is often attributed to a delayed development of the immune system.
The condition will affect between 10 to 20 percent of all infants, but nearly half of those kids will grow out of eczema as the get older, according to the American Academy of Dermatologists.
For those children who remain afflicted with the condition, the study yields some encouraging results. They found that the risk of AD was 56 percent lower in children, with the highest average intakes of beta-carotene, and dietary vitamin E, folic acid, and iron showing 67, 63, and 61 per cent reductions, respectively.
Recommendations from the naturopathic doctor
The naturopathic doctor recommendation is Ultra Care for Kids. Take 1 scoop 1 to 2 times day along with ½ teaspoon of fish oil (EPA-DHA Liquid) 1 to 2 times a day with food.