Have any supplements been studied for eczema?

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    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    Several supplements have and continue to be investigated for eczema, though at present, the only ones approaching credibility from clinical trials are vitamin D[1] and probiotics.[2] They are also mechanistically plausible. Vitamin D is known to help regulate the immune system and plays a role in the formation of filaggrin, which helps to maintain the skin's moisture barrier. Some probiotics play a significant role in regulating the immune system to reduce excessive inflammation, maintain the gut barrier and prevent further inflammation.

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    1. ^Kim G, Bae JHVitamin D and atopic dermatitis: A systematic review and meta-analysisNutrition.(2016 Sep)
    2. ^Ruixue Huang, Huacheng Ning, Minxue Shen, Jie Li, Jianglin Zhang, Xiang ChenProbiotics for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled TrialsFront Cell Infect Microbiol.(2017 Sep 6)