| Literature DB >> 35382503 |
Kimberly Showalter1,2, Aileen Hoffmann1, Nicole DeCredico1, Anjali Thakrar1, Esperanza Arroyo1, Isaac Goldberg1, Monique Hinchcliff1,3.
Abstract
Patients with systemic sclerosis often seek information regarding complementary and nutrition-based therapy. Some study results have shown that vitamins D and E, probiotics, turmeric, l-arginine, essential fatty acids, broccoli, biofeedback, and acupuncture may be beneficial in systemic sclerosis care. However, large randomized clinical trials have not been conducted. This review summarizes current data regarding various complementary therapies in systemic sclerosis and concludes with recommendations.Entities:
Keywords: Systemic sclerosis; alternative therapy; autoimmune disease; complementary therapy; curcumin; dietary supplement; nutrition; vitamin D; vitamin E
Year: 2019 PMID: 35382503 PMCID: PMC8922560 DOI: 10.1177/2397198319833503
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Scleroderma Relat Disord ISSN: 2397-1983