Lactoferrin for iron defficiency

Lactoferrin for iron defficiency

Autism and Genes, Baby care, Microbiome and Gut health

Lactoferrin for iron deficiency

Lactoferrin (LF) is an iron-binding glycoprotein found in the milk of mammals such as humans therefore it can help with iron deficiency.

 

 

 

If you are constantly tired or short of breath after a little exercise, you probably have an iron deficiency. SIBO, or a parasitic infection, almost always causes iron deficiency.

If you are iron deficient, you should take LACTOFERRIN along with iron-rich foods to utilize the iron instead of just letting it circulate in your blood and cause oxidative stress.

Symptoms of iron deficiency

  • fatigue
  • weakness
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • pallor
  • hair loss
  • palpitations
  • throat tightness
  • swallowing disorders
  • reduction of load capacity

Lactoferrin has been found to exert physiological effects such as antimicrobial and antiviral activity, modulation of cell growth, and immunomodulatory effects. It was also found that the iron binding capacity of LF is about 300 times greater than that of transferrin. (9) It has been confirmed that LF regulates iron absorption.10-13) Recently, oral lactoferrin has been reported to increase serum hemoglobin and total iron in pregnant women.

Anemia is commonly observed in athletes, especially endurance athletes, and is referred to as sports anemia or in children or pregnant women. In particular, long-distance runners who menstruate and strictly control their weight can easily develop sports anemia.

LF significantly improved the hematological parameters. Our results suggest that it might be useful to take not only iron but also LF (an iron-binding protein) for the prevention of iron deficiency anemia.

If ferrous salts are circulating in the blood because the body cannot utilize them, then they are causing severe oxidative stress. Lactoferrin helps to bind and utilize serum iron, therefore also preventing oxidation.

In addition to Lactoferrin, you should do the following to increase your iron levels and improve your iron deficiency:

  • Eat foods rich in iron
    Meat and eggs
    Beetroot
    leafy greens
    Sesame
    Spinach
    Sweet potatoes
    Pea
    Broccoli
    Green beans
    Turnips
    Cereals
    Strawberry
    Watermelon
    Raisins
    Dates
    figures
    Prunes
    Sesame
  • Introducing Huminiqum
  • Screening for digestive system inflammations
  • Virus removal
  • Identification of drugs that inhibit iron absorption
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Types of dermatitis

Types of dermatitis

Baby care, Natural skincare

Types of dermatitis

Eczema, dermatitis, POD? Treat it  naturally!

The symptoms of eczema can vary. The most common are redness, dry skin, and itching. Here are some tips to avoid and treat eczema, depending on the type of this skin problem.

  • Avoid skin irritants such as soaps, cleaners, and household chemicals.
  • If your hands come in contact with water, wear rubber gloves, but remove them from time to time to avoid perspiration.
  • Wear cotton or cotton blend clothing and avoid wool and plastic.
  • Take only a short bath or shower with lukewarm water, not hot.
  • After showering, gently soak up the water from your skin and apply a moisturizer immediately, do not allow it to dry out.
  • Use a moisturizer daily and take medication for eczema as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not scratch or rub irritated skin; use a camphor coolant (zinc shaker) to relieve itching.
  • Avoid stressful situations whenever possible.
  • Patients with eczema should always take products containing gamma-linolenic acid, which is mainly found in evening primrose oil or borage oil.
  • Omega-3 oil can also help reduce inflammation, and long-term use of an effective probiotic is essential for recovery.

There are five types of dermatitis with slightly different symptoms.

The 5 types of dermatitis

Perioral Dermatitis

Symptoms

The most common symptoms include a burning feeling and tight skin around the mouth, nose, on lower eyelids, with extremely painful red spots that begin to dry out and poppy-like papules appearing.

Causes

The cause of POD is not clear. Presumed causes include hormonal changes and possible digestive issues, mainly leaky gut syndrome. Using steroid-containing creams, unknown cosmetics, or fluoride-containing toothpaste may strengthen it.

Treatment options

Perioral dermatitis can be stubborn. In the case of POD, you need to leave allergens and triggers. The dermatologist should develop a skin care plan that is constantly adjusted to the skin’s condition.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, retinoids, and possibly azelaic acid-containing medicines can help reduce symptoms.

Natural treatment

Natural anti-inflammatory drugs such as chamomile and calendula can also be applied topically. It is definitely recommended to use emulsion (oil in water) formulations to hydrate the area and facilitate absorption.

The preparation may contain zinc, antioxidants, vitamins, and natural anti-inflammatory oils such as Centella, evening primrose, and borage oil. It is crucial to support the digestive system with a sufficiently effective probiotic.

Still, there will probably be needed to role out SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) and Leaky Gut syndrome. Omega 3 and gamma-linolenic acid are also essential to improve the symptoms of perioral dermatitis.

It is also necessary to clarify the presence of reflux and to review the hormonal systems. Greasy paraffin-based marigold cream, for example, may worsen the condition of the skin due to paraffin.

Eczema treatment protocol

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Contact Dermatitisz

Symptoms

The skin may be red, swollen, blistered, itchy, inflamed, and oozing. Contact dermatitis can occur on any part of the body, but is most common on the hands, feet, and groin. It does not spread beyond the area that was exposed to the allergen.

Possible causes

Inflammation usually develops within 48 hours of contact with the allergen. Contact dermatitis can be caused by chlorine, household cleaners and soaps, fabric softeners, artificial nail glues, perfumes, and topical preparations.

Treatment option

In the case of contact dermatitis, the solution may be to avoid contact with the allergen. If you do not know what triggers dermatitis, you should avoid all possible allergens and minimize the use of cosmetics.

Natural treatment

As a natural solution, an emulsion preparation enriched with antioxidants and vitamins can be good. Moisturizing the skin surface can relieve itching. Avoid oil-based preparations.

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Eczema treatment protocol

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Symptoms

This is also a hereditary disease caused by overproduction of the sebaceous glands. Yellowish, greasy deposits cover the inflamed skin. It occurs mainly on the scalp, eyelids, outer surfaces of the face, ears, armpits, breasts, and groin.

Possible causes

In adults, it may usually be an accompanying symptom of diabetes; in children, biotin deficiency leads to this type of dermatitis. The exact cause is unknown.

Treatment options

Deposits can be removed with salicylic acid or sulfur-containing preparations, and anti-dandruff shampoos are recommended to control fungal growth. Cosmetics containing alcohol should be avoided. Spots with heavy deposits are suspected to be psoriasis, where symptoms are already more pronounced.

Dermatologists usually recommend steroid-containing preparations for the treatment of severely scaly, thickened, inflamed, and often blistered skin. Seborrheic dermatitis has a milder course and is easy to care for.

Natural treatment

The use of BHA, natural salicylic acid, zinc, and sulfur-free cosmetics that do not contain allergens, as well as preparations containing natural anti-inflammatories (chamomile, tea tree, rosemary, centella) can also help.

Selenium can be taken internally to strengthen the immune system, and zinc and biotin may be recommended. Taking evening primrose oil may also be helpful for seborrheic dermatitis.

Atopic Dermatitis

Symptoms

Atopic dermatitis is an itchy, scaly skin swelling sometimes accompanied by blistering. It is more common in early childhood. This eczema syndrome usually occurs on the face, elbows, and back of the knees.

Possible causes

Atopic dermatitis can be caused by allergies, asthma, or stress, but the most common cause is an allergic reaction to nickel and metal jewelry. The genetic predisposition is probably inherited.

Treatment option

Clarify the presence of allergies, asthma, elimination of possible allergens, and continuous hydration of the diseased skin.

Natural treatment

In most cases of atopic dermatitis, there is a deficiency of gamma-linolenic acid, which must be replaced by e.g. evening primrose oil. Omega-3 oil can help reduce inflammation, and continuous skin hydration is important.

Radiodermatitis

Symptoms

Tissue damage is accompanied by painful redness, and DNA may also be damaged. Short-term reactions may include erythematous rash, peeling, and necrosis (tissue death).

Delayed effects may occur months or even years after radiation treatment, such as pigmentary changes in the skin, capillary dilation, photosensitivity, fibrosis, atrophy, and prolonged wound healing.

Possible causes

An inflammatory reaction to ionizing radiation and X-rays. The most common form is sunburn, which is caused by UV radiation. It can be caused by high exposure to X-rays during various medical diagnostic imaging procedures, and radiation treatment can also cause severe burns.

Its occurrence depends on the level of radiation dose, duration of exposure, and other immunosuppressive effects (e.g. chemotherapy).

Treatment options

For radiodermatitis, the goal is to soothe the skin and prevent infection and further damage, which is treated with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing creams.

Natural treatment

It is recommended to permanently avoid sunlight and all types of radiation. It is definitely recommended to use an emulsion preparation containing zinc, antioxidants, vitamins, and natural anti-inflammatory agents such as Centella, niacinamide, coenzyme Q10, and grape seed oil, which bind free radicals and regenerate damaged skin.

Possible causes

An inflammatory reaction to ionizing radiation and X-rays. The most common type is sunburn caused by UV radiation, but it can be caused by high exposure to X-rays during various medical imaging diagnostic procedures, and radiation treatment can also result in severe burns. Its development depends on the magnitude of the radiation dose, the duration of exposure, and other immunosuppressive effects (eg chemotherapy).

Treatment options

In the case of radiodermatitis, the goal is to soothe the skin, prevent infection and further damage, which is treated with topical antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and soothing creams.

Natural treatment options

Permanent avoidance of sunlight and all kinds of radiation is recommended. It is definitely recommended to use an emulsion preparation that may contain zinc, antioxidants, vitamins, natural anti-inflammatory agents such as centella, niacinamide, coenzyme Q10, grape seed oil, which bind free radicals and regenerate already damaged skin.

Eczema treatment protocol

SOON

Chemical free baby care

Chemical free baby care

Baby care, Natural skincare

Chemical-free baby care

Chemical-free baby care is increasingly emphasized today due to the multiplication of toxins around us.

 

The trend of chemical-free cosmetics is now spreading all over the world. There are more and more people who maintain a “clean” lifestyle, regarding diet or skincare as well

Numerous well-known baby care and bathing products contain carcinogens like formaldehyde or dioxane.  Ingredients from the best-known brands have been tested for the presence of high-risk contaminants in North America, as part of a campaign on safe cosmetics. The study focused on several branded, popular baby products.

82% of the products tested contained formaldehyde or a formaldehyde derivative, and 67% contained dioxane.

The International Agency for Research on Cancer of the World Health Organization classified formaldehyde as a carcinogen in 2004 after evaluating evidence from 26 scientists in 10 countries. Experimental animals have shown dioxane to be carcinogenic, and its presence is already a cause for concern. In key stages of individual development, including fetal age, infancy, and puberty, multiple exposures to a known carcinogen or several carcinogenic and mutagenic components are of concern, even if the risk of single exposure is low.
Who can we trust if we can’t trust the companies that make our children’s products?
Compared to adults, babies have 5x thinner skin and are more permeable.

Organic baby care

DID YOU KNOW?

Moms frequently bathe their infants with pharmacy bath ointment because they believe it is safer than any other brand-name baby bath. 
Methylium prahydroxybenzoate, also known as methyl parahydroxybenzoate or methyl paraben, is the preservative found in pharmacopoeial hydrophilic ointment and is dissolved in 96% alcohol. 
When you buy pharmacy hydrophilic bath ointment, your baby will be bathing in petroleum and parabens!!! 

Why chemical-free baby care products matters?

Toxins are more easily absorbed through the baby’s skin and its tiny body does not detoxify as efficiently, especially if it also has methylation problems, which is, unfortunately, an increasingly common phenomenon. Because of all this, the same chemicals can drastically affect babies and young children. If you want to know more about the effect of toxins you can find information in our membership area soon.