Description
Pellagra is a disease of the Whole Body.
The deficiency of a nutrient called Nicotinic Acid causes Pellagra.
Nicotinic Acid is a substance of Vitamin B. It plays an important role in human body functions. It is required for the process of cellular respiration. It promotes the release the enzymes and helps break down of Carbohydrates, Fats and Proteins. Later on this food is converted into energy. It helps in the Digestive System, proper Blood Circulation and in the Nervous System.
The deficiency of Nicotinic Acid causes problems with the Digestive System, the Skin and the Nervous System.
Food products that contains Nicotinic Acid are
Eggs
Meat
Yeast
Bread
Legumes
Dairy Products
Causes of Pellagra
Deficiency of Nicotinic Acid
If not treated properly, Pellagra may cause
Serious Health Problems
Materia Medica for Pellagra
Single Herb Drink a glass of Orange juice 2 times a day.
Roast a small bowl of Asparagus and have it daily with your meals.
Apply Aloe Vera gel ( extracted from the Aloe Vera leaf ) over the affected areas.
Infuse 1 teaspoon of Alfalfa leaf extract in one cup of water. Have it once a day.
Soak 3 tablespoons of crushed Coriander leaves in one glass of water overnight. The next morning, strain and drink the water. Do this daily.
Soak 1 teaspoon of Fenugreek seeds in one cup of water overnight. The next morning, strain and drink the water. Do this daily.