Vitiligo is a long-term skin condition characterized by patches of the skin losing their pigment. The patches of skin affected become white and usually have sharp margins. The hair from the skin may also become white. The inside of the mouth and nose may also be involved. Typically both sides of the body are affected. Often the patches begin on areas of skin that are exposed to the sun. It is more noticeable in people with dark skin. Vitiligo may result in psychological stress and those affected ...

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Anti-Inflammatory-Properties

Anti-Inflammatory Properties

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Dictamnus albus is rich in limonoids and alkaloids, compounds known for their anti-inflammatory properties. These compounds can help reduce inflammation in the body, which is beneficial for conditions like arthritis, asthma, and inflammatory bowel disease. They work by inhibiting the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, thus reducing inflammation and pain.

Antimicrobial-Activity

Antimicrobial Activity

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The roots and leaves of Dictamnus albus have been used in traditional medicine for their antimicrobial properties. Studies have shown that the plant's extracts can inhibit the growth of various bacteria and fungi, including Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. This makes Dictamnus albus a potential natural remedy for infections and diseases caused by these microorganisms.

Antioxidant-Effects

Antioxidant Effects

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Dictamnus albus is a potent source of antioxidants, which are substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals. These unstable molecules can lead to oxidative stress, which is linked to chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. By neutralizing free radicals, the antioxidants in Dictamnus albus can help protect the body against these diseases.

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Potential Anti-Cancer Properties

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Emerging research suggests that Dictamnus albus may have potential anti-cancer properties. Some studies have found that the plant's extracts can inhibit the growth of certain types of cancer cells, including breast, lung, and colon cancer cells. However, more research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms behind these effects and to determine whether Dictamnus albus could be used as a complementary treatment for cancer.

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Skin-Health

Skin Health

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In traditional Chinese medicine, Dictamnus albus has been used to treat various skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo. The plant's anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties can help reduce inflammation and prevent infections, which can improve skin health. Additionally, the antioxidants in Dictamnus albus can protect the skin against oxidative stress, which can contribute to aging and skin damage.

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Potential Risks and Allergic Reactions

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While the health benefits of Dictamnus albus are impressive, it's important to note that this plant can also cause allergic reactions in some people. Contact with the plant's sap can cause skin irritation, including redness, itching, and blisters. This is due to the presence of furocoumarins, a type of compound that can cause photosensitivity, a reaction to sunlight that can result in severe sunburn.

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In addition, ingestion of Dictamnus albus can be toxic and cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In severe cases, it can lead to more serious health problems, including liver damage. Therefore, it's crucial to use Dictamnus albus under the guidance of a healthcare provider or a trained herbalist.

While Dictamnus albus is not as well-known as some other medicinal plants, its health benefits are impressive. From its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties to its potential anti-cancer effects, this plant has a lot to offer. However, it's important to remember that while natural remedies can be beneficial, they should not replace conventional medical treatments. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new treatment regimen.
As research continues, we can expect to learn even more about the health benefits of Dictamnus albus. In the meantime, this burning bush continues to shine as a beacon of natural healing in the world of traditional medicine.

Unveiling the Health Benefits of Dictamnus Albus

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What-is-vitiligo?

What is vitiligo? 

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Vitiligo is a condition of the skin in which areas of it lose their color. The total area of skin that can be affected by vitiligo varies between individuals. It can also affect the eyes, the inside of the mouth and the hair. In most cases, the affected areas remain discolored for the rest of a person's life. 1

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The condition is photosensitive, which means that the affected areas will be more sensitive to sunlight than those that are not.

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Vitiligo is caused by a lack of a pigment called melanin in the skin. Melanin is produced by skin cells called melanocytes and gives your skin its color. With vitiligo, there are not enough working melanocytes to produce enough melanin in the skin.

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Symptoms and causes of the development of vitiligo 

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The only symptom of vitiligo is the appearance of flat lighter spots or prominent areas on the skin. The first white spot that becomes noticeable is often an area exposed to the sun. It starts as an ordinary spot, slightly paler than the rest of the skin, but over time this spot becomes paler until it becomes completely white.

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These spots are usually irregularly shaped. The edges can sometimes be inflamed with a red tint, visible on all skin tones, leading to itching. Usually, the appearance of these spots does not cause discomfort, irritation, soreness or dryness of the skin.

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Research suggests that vitiligo may be the result of the following factors:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Autoimmune state: Your immune system counts healthy cells (melanocytes) as foreign invaders that can cause harm to the body. This causes the immune system to react too strongly and develop antibodies to destroy melanocytes.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Genetic changes: A genetic mutation or change in the body's&nbsp; DNA can affect the functioning of melanocytes. There are over 30 genes that can increase the risk of developing vitiligo. [ref.&nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0733863516301401" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">1]</a>&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Stress: The amount of pigment that melanocyte cells produce can change if you experience frequent emotional or physical stress, especially after an injury.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Environmental factors: Factors such as ultraviolet radiation and exposure to toxic chemicals can affect the functioning of melanocyte cells.</li></ul>

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How is vitiligo treated? 

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Treatment of vitiligo is not necessary, since the condition is not harmful to the body and is limited to the cosmetic aspect. If you have widespread vitiligo or your physical symptoms affect your emotional state, it may take to restore color (repigmentation) or eliminate the remaining color (depigmentation) of the skin, as well as some other measures. Most often in vitiligo are applied:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Medications.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Light therapy.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Therapy for depigmentation and others.</li></ul>

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Natural remedies, herbs and diet for people with vitiligo 

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Nature has provided us with everything we need to be healthier and fight most diseases. In the case of vitiligo, we do not have a remedy for it, but there are some natural remedies that can support the general condition of the body and its defenses.

Ginkgo-biloba

Ginkgo biloba 

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Ginkgo biloba is a plant that is often prescribed for vitiligo. Ginkgo has a strong antioxidant effect and helps improve the health and function of your immune system. However, ginkgo should not be taken if you have a bleeding disorder or are about to undergo surgery. A ginkgo dose of 40 mg, three times a day, is recommended to help treat conditions such as vitiligo.

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One study even found that taking 60 mg. Standardized ginkgo biloba twice daily for 12 weeks was associated with a significant improvement in the expression and area of vitiligo spots. 3

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Suspected relationship with thyroid 

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It is believed that one of the causes of vitiligo is the development of an autoimmune disease. It is often associated with other diseases that have an autoimmune origin, such as autoimmune thyroiditis and insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (type 1 diabetes).&nbsp;

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In one study, vitiligo was associated with decreased thyroid function in 16% of the children studied. Thyroid autoantibodies were found to be positive in 11.3% of them. Although this is a relatively small study, the previously reported prevalence of thyroid disease in children with vitiligo ranged from 10.7 to 24.1%, and the prevalence from 25.3% determined in this study is consistent with other literature. However, thyroid underactivity has not been measured in the general local population that has not had vitiligo, and it is well known that there is a common problem with iodine levels in many people. 4

Seaweed

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An algal supplement would be advisable to ensure sufficient iodine intake to maintain the thyroid gland. If there is already autoimmune thyroiditis (Hashimoto's disease), this should be discussed with a doctor, as some patients may become extremely sensitive to iodine, but many are not affected because the bioavailability of seaweed and the absorption of the seaweed matrix is different from potassium iodide.

Zinc

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Increasing the consumption of foods high in zinc in&nbsp; vitiligo is also a good step. A 2009 study in the Indian Journal of Dermatology suggested that zinc supplements may help improve this condition. Oysters are an excellent source of zinc, although you can also get zinc from beef, crab, pork, lobster and chicken. Other sources are beans, nuts and dairy foods.

Vitamin-B12

Vitamin B12 

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Eating foods high in vitamin B12 can help stop vitiligo. A study published in the Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis in 2011 showed that vitamin B12 deficiency leads to an increase in homocysteine, a compound that may play a role in destroying pigmentation in certain areas of the body. 5

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Therefore, eat more foods such as liver, mussels, trout, salmon, haddock and yogurt as sources of vitamin B12.&nbsp;

Folic-acid

Folic acid 

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The same study that correlated vitamin B12 deficiency with the incidence of vitiligo looked at low folate levels in this condition. While evidence in the April 2010 edition of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that some forms of light therapy can manipulate folic acid levels in people with vitiligo, increasing intake through diet is a better solution. Some sources of folic acid are peas, spinach, asparagus and broccoli.

Vitamin-C

Vitamin C 

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More foods containing vitamin C may be good for people with vitiligo. Citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are excellent sources of this vitamin, but other fruits high in vitamin C include kiwi, strawberries, and melon. You can also get vitamin C from vegetables such as tomatoes, broccoli, potatoes, and red and green peppers.

Vitamin-D

Vitamin D 

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Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the form of vitamin D that our bodies produce naturally, after biotransformation of cholesterol, after exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun. Several studies have found a low level of vitamin D in blood serum in patients with vitiligo. More research is needed to prove a causal link. Either way, the solar vitamin is extremely important for hormonal balance, brain and other things, so it's important to get it daily.

Black-pepper

Black pepper 

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One study looking at the action of piperine, a substance found in black pepper, has found that it stimulates the growth of melanocytes (skin cells) responsible for skin repigmentation in vitiligo. This is a very interesting sphere of usefulness of the favorite spice, but established in mice. 6

Vitiligo is a condition that causes cosmetic changes in the skin. It does not need treatment because it is not dangerous, but the skin changes themselves can affect self-esteem and make people feel insecure. Therefore, some methods such as light therapy, depigmentation therapy and other means may be recommended by a doctor. Diet can contribute to a general strengthening of health and immunity by not allowing autoimmune or other unusual reactions to occur, and some medications can slow the rate of pigmentation loss and help melanocytes grow back.

Natural remedies, herbs and diet in people with Vitiligo

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Adaptation of the text: Rositsa Tashkova, Master of Molecular Biology and Microbiology

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The Russian state occupies vast territories with diverse climatic conditions and includes many peoples and their culture. This makes especially interesting the study of their folk medicine.

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Medicinal plants have been used in the lands that make up modern Russia since ancient times. A study of numerous written sources shows that herbal treatments were applied by the Scythians living in the northern territories along the Black Sea coast between the Dniester and Don rivers (from the 7th century BC to the 1st century AD).

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The collection and use of medicinal plants in Russia became especially widespread during the reign of Peter I (1672-1725), who personally grew medicinal herbs in his private garden. &nbsp;

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This article is devoted to the most common herbal recipes from Russian folk medicine for the treatment of various dermatological diseases. Medicinal plants are well known and available in our country. The information is taken from the article "Russian traditional medicine in dermatology", published in 2018 in the journal Clinics in Dermatology. [<a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0738081X18300439" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.1</a>]

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The authors Prof. Dr. Olisova, Prof. Dr. Snarskaya, Prof. Dr. Gladko and Prof. Dr. Burova are dermatologists with long-standing practice in Moscow and London.

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In <a href="/p/liesni_rietsiepti_ot_ruskata_narodna_mieditsina_za_liechieniie_na_kozhni_zaboliavaniia_chast_1_vitiligho_infiektsii_bradavitsi_bc3df7f8_9ae1_4e6a_a6f1_ceb16618772d" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">the first part of the article</a>, you learned what are the recipes that Russian folk medicine uses to treat vitiligo, infections and warts, and in <a href="/p/liesni_rietsiepti_ot_ruskata_narodna_mieditsina_za_liechieniie_na_kozhni_zaboliavaniia_chast_2_aknie_diermatit_rozatsieia" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">the </a>second - for acne, dermatitis and rosacea. Here you will find recipes for dealing with hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, psoriasis, hyperhidrosis.

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Herbal Recipes For Dealing With Hyperpigmentation

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There are many causes of hyperpigmentation. It can be focal or diffuse and in most cases is due to increased melanin production. Diffuse pigmentation indicates systemic disease, for example, Addison's disease and hemochromatosis.

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Hyperpigmentation may have a paraneoplastic character. After inflammation, hyperpigmentation is the most common cause of focal pigmentation, while melasma and ochronosis have a more complex etiology.

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Folk medicine does not distinguish between types of hyperpigmentation and should therefore be used with caution.

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Russian folk medicine uses the whitening properties of lemon, grapefruit, sauerkraut, radish, parsley, cucumber, egg white, oatmeal, dandelion juice and milkweed (asclepias). It also uses dairy products such as kefir, whey and fermented milk to make lotions to treat pigmented skin.

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Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) belongs to the genus Cucumis of the Cucurbitaceae family. Studies show high antioxidant activity, analgesic and anti-inflammatory action (thanks to flavonol fizetin).

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Cucumber has been used to relieve headaches, seeds - such as diuretic, juice - applied topically against acne and hyperpigmentation.

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It contains vitamins B and C, honey, potassium, manganese, proteolytic enzymes, rutin, oxidase, succinic and maleic dehydrogenases, etc. Alpha- and Beta-amirin, sytosterols and hellebozids are found in seeds, and hellebobids B and C and ferredoxin in the leaves.

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The effectiveness of cucumber preparations in the treatment of hyperpigmentation is also due to the proposed inhibitory tyrosine activity of the plant.

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Lemon is used as a means of treating hyperpigmentation due to its high concentration of vitamin C, as well as as peeling of the skin. Other fruits high in vitamin C include tomatoes, red peppers, potatoes, blackcurrants and citrus fruits.

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Recipe-1:-Lemon-solution-for-skin-whitening

Recipe 1: Lemon solution for skin whitening

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Preparation: Dilute the freshly squeezed lemon juice with water in a ratio of 1:10.

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Method of administration: Apply the solution several times a day to the affected skin.

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Recipe 2: Mask with starch and lemon juice against dark spots on the skin

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Preparation: Mask made of starch and lemon juice for sun lentigo - depending on the number of stains, half or a tablespoon of potato starch is dissolved in freshly squeezed lemon juice until a dense mass forms.

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Method of administration: Apply to the pigmentation areas and leave for 20-25 minutes. Note that lemon juice can irritate the skin.

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Recipe 3: Cucumber peel for skin depigmentation

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Method of application: The skin can be bleached and toned using cucumber juice or by rubbing fresh cucumber slices on the affected areas.

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Fresh cucumber slices can also be applied to closed eyelids to reduce puffiness.

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Recipe 4: Cucumber peel infusion

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Preparation: Peel the cucumber. Place 3 tablespoons of finely chopped peel in a container, pour 1 cup of 40% vodka or 40% medical alcohol, close the container tightly and leave until the contents turn greenish.

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Method of administration: Apply the infusion to the pigmented areas.

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Recipe-5:-Blackcurrant-mask

Recipe 5: Blackcurrant mask

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Preparation: A mask of blackcurrant is prepared from a tablespoon of unripe fruits and a tablespoon of honey.

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Method of administration: The mask should be carefully rubbed on the face and left for half an hour. It is then removed and the face is rinsed with a 1:10 solution of lemon juice and water.

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Recipe 6: Potato mask

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Preparation: A mask of grated raw potatoes is prepared with the addition of a few drops of vegetable oil, a tablespoon of milk and almond bran.

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Method of administration: The mask is applied to the pigmented skin for 20 minutes.

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Recipe 7: Mask with honey and fish oil

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Honey mask, which includes fish oil, is suitable for the skin at any age.

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Preparation: All components must be mixed in equal proportions.

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Method of administration: The mask should be applied for 15 minutes.

Recipe-8:-Onion-juice

Recipe 8: Onion juice

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Onion juice for the treatment of freckles and lentigo (spots from the sun).

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Method of application: Wipe the face with fresh onion juice. To reduce possible irritation, the skin is smeared with a thin layer of sour cream, which is then removed with warm water. This method can be used in dry and normal skin.