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Among their many functions Prostaglandins activate inflammatory responses in the body, help clotting, aid reproduction processes, increase mucus production to protect inflammation and increase blood flow in the kidneys.
With regards to acne, Prostaglandins make sure your androgen hormones are in balance as they regulate your hormones so that just the right amount of sebum will be produced by your skin oil glands and thus prevent excess amounts of sebum production that leads to acne.
In order for hormones to be regulated properly and regain balance, your body needs to produce sufficient amount of Prostaglandins. The only way your body will be able to produce the required amount is if you provide your body with certain important nutrients, such as essential fatty acids. You also need to provide your body with these nutrients from quality sources and in a correct ratio, otherwise the production of Prostaglandins will not be executed properly.
Additionally you have to provide your body with extra supplements that will help the absorption of these Prostaglandins. By doing so your body will produce the right amount of Prostaglandins that will help regulate your hormones, making your hormones work in precise balance, not only preventing the formation of acne but also preventing other health conditions associated with hormonal regulation problems such as hair loss, excess body fat and PMS symptoms.
Prostaglandin E1 is a powerful anti-inflammatory hormone that has the ability to enhance immunity, reduce clotting, lower cholesterol and elevate mood. It can also significantly inhibit the production of a pro-inflammatory hormone called Prostaglandin E2, a hormone that depresses immunity and promotes inflammatory reaction.
Therefore, taking specific supplements( see the supplementation section in the NSC plan) along with making dietary changes that promote the production of Prostaglandin E1 while inhibiting the production of Prostaglandin E2, can have an enormously positive impact on your acne condition.
GLA( Gamma-Linolenic Acid- found in Borage or Evening Primrose oil). GLA for example, is one of the most effective supplements that help the body produce the vital Prostaglandin E1. Taken along with certain other supplements such as Lecithin, Antioxidants, Zinc and Vitamin B complex it will
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