What are some of the best vitamin A supplements for acne, or in general (i.e brands, sources, forms, etc)? I know getting it from food sources is obviously more ideal, but supplementation is more convenient and ensures I'm getting enough each day.
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I'd say the nutrisorb A supplement (from InterPlexus) is probably best. It has no PUFAs from soybean or safflower or cod liver oil, it is water-soluble, but it is not cheap. You could use it topically if you want to play it safe. Some people have had problems with too much vitamin A. |
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Just a word of caution - I read somewhere, don't remember where that if you have too much vitamin A... it is not very good for you... Gosh, I wish I could remember but it was like really something bad. So one of my doctors even told me to go easy on vitamin A. I cannot find the specific information, but I believe it was related to either your liver or being toxic in large dosages. Sorry, that's all I can remember. Here is a link, not sure how helpful you will find it http://bestnaturalfoods.com/newsletter/vitamin-a-too-much.html |
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Possible natural and convenient "supplements" are dessicated liver pills or fermented cod liver oil. These are sources of natural vitamin A which I understand has a lower toxicity compared to synthetic A. Another food possibility is something like US Wellness Meats liverwurst. All grass-fed beef including liver, heart, and kidneys. Provides a lot of A and doesn't really taste like liver. Its amazing actually. You only need to cut off an ounce or so a day and eat it. Not too difficult. Green Pastures fermented cod liver oil capsules are tasteless and convenient, but expensive. They do have alot of vitamin A in them. The other thing about vitamin A is you should also make sure your vit D is high as well. Higher D levels allow for higher A levels without toxcity. The Weston Price website has a lot of info on A and D and the proper A/D ratio. |
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Grass fed beef liver, nothing else come close. |
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