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Quest Vitamins LTD,
8 Venture Way,
Aston Science Park,
Birmingham,
B7 4AP.

Tel: 0121 359 0056
Fax: 0121 359 0313
Email: info@questvitamins.co.uk
Registered in England No. 2530437

Vitiligo

DESCRIPTION

Vitiligo is a fairly common Skin disorder manifested by smooth white spots on various parts of the body. Patches of Skin lose their pigmentation due to an absence of melanocytes. Patches are irregular and may have hyper-pigmented borders.

Exposed areas of the Skin are usually involved, which can intensify the psychological sensitivities associated with this condition. The condition is regarded as benign and acquired, although no known cause currently exists.

HERBS

Ginkgo biloba
St. John's Wort (1)

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS:

B Complex
Evening Primrose Oil
Vitamin B5
PABA

REFERENCES

1. Brown DJ. Herbal Prescription for Better Health. Rocklin, CA: Prima Publishing, 1996, 294-95.