what kind of food habbits should be prescribed for people with vitiligo?

Answer 1

A "vitiligo diet" may include:

Whole-grain food (great source of fibers, vitamins, minerals and "oligoelements").

Spinach (loaded with iron, and folic acid, helps reduce blood levels of homocysteine, a substance that may damage blood vessels. It contains phytochemicals that help prevent degeneration (ex. macular degeneration in the eye) and protect your skin.

Broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, etc. - Contains abundant phytochemicals (good, protective substances found in vegetables and fruits) that may prevent skin cancer and balance the immune response, vitamin C, beta-carotene (it should not be overcooked).

Vegetables of different colors - Each one contains different types of phytochemicals plus vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

Different sources of protein (if possible include fish and soy products).

Nuts (if not allergic) - Rich in vitamin E, contain protective phytochemicals and "good fats", all beneficial for your skin.

Oats - Help lower cholesterol and high blood pressure but it also contain vitamin E like compounds (tocotrienols), which protect the skin.

Garlic - Protects the heart and skin, has antibacterial, antifungal properties.

Blueberries - Probably contain more anti-oxidants than any other fruit or vegetables. Contain powerful phytochemicals: anthocyanins that not only protect the skin but boost brainpower including memory.

Green tea - Source of vitamin C and phytochemicals known as polyphenols (100 times more oxidant power than Vit C) plus antibacterial properties, and prevention of cancer and heart disease.

Tomatoes - Contains lycopene, the most powerful antioxidant among the carotenoids. Carotenoids gives fruits and vegetables an orange color. Also a great source of Vit C.

Olive oil - "Good, protective fat", helps absorb beneficial substances in vegetables.

Fruits - Contain different combinations of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and antioxidants of great benefit for your body in general and very importantly, for your skin.

Enough fluids - No less than 6 glasses of water per day, this simple aspect should not be underestimated regarding its impact on skin protection and recovery.

Supplement your treatment with 7 to 10 servings of fruits or vegetables a day. One serving of a vegetable or fruit is:

- 1 medium sized vegetable or fruit - ½ cup (125 ml) juice - ½ cup (125 ml) raw, cooked, fresh, frozen or canned, vegetables or fruits - 1 cup (250 ml) raw, leafy vegetables - ¼ cup dried fruit

Adding a supplement with all the main vitamins & minerals is recommended.

Answer 2

The books I am reading about yeast (Candida) infestations indicate that vitiligo can be caused by this. I have it on my arms and face. I am taking a digestive enzyme capsule, because my readings indicate that properly balanced stomach acid kills ingested yeast.

Some basic info about yeast infestations is at www.hufa.org - the yeast link.

Answer 3

Eat, drink and be merry and use your cosmetics.