Here are some supplements and dietary changes that people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have tried, along with their experiences:

Zinc Supplements
- Mixed Results: Some members reported positive effects, while others did not see any improvement
- One member said, “I use zinc tablets. It helps a lot for me.”
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Here are some supplements and dietary changes that people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have tried, along with their experiences:

Zinc Supplements
- Mixed Results: Some members reported positive effects, while others did not see any improvement.
- One member said, “I use zinc tablets. It helps a lot for me.”
- Another member mentioned, “I haven’t seen an improvement. But everyone’s body reacts differently, so it’s worth a try.”

Vitamin D Supplements
- General Benefits: Vitamin D is essential for muscle movement, nerve function, and immune system support. It also helps in calcium absorption for strong bones.
- Types: Vitamin D2 (found in plants, mushrooms, yeast) and Vitamin D3 (found in oily fish and produced by the body during sun exposure).

Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Found in seafood, nuts, seeds, and vegetables.
- No direct evidence that omega-3 supplements improve HS symptoms, but many healthy diets for HS are high in omega-3s.

Dietary Changes
- Ketogenic Diet: Some members found that reducing sugars and carbs helped their HS.
- One member shared, “I am on the keto diet, which seems to help my HS.”
- Plant-Based Diet: Eliminating gluten and nightshade vegetables has helped some members.
- A member wrote, “I eliminated gluten and nightshade vegetables and haven’t had HS in two years.”

General Advice
- Consultation: Always discuss with a healthcare provider before starting any new supplement or dietary change to ensure it’s safe and appropriate for your condition.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the articles linked in the knowledge base.

 This AI-generated response comes from myHSteam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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