General skin infections

Green tea is an antibacterial; enhances immune system; fights skin infections; used for treatment. Take green tea extract daily, containing 0.5-1.5 g of catechins, in divided doses, for many months.

Fish oil contains omega 3 fatty acids; fights skin infections and alleviates symptoms. Take 6-9 g of fish oil daily, containing 18% EPA and 12% DHA, in divided doses, for many months.

Bilberry is antibacterial and antiseptic; prevents and treats infection; accelerates tissue healing. Use bilberry leaves containing topical preparations 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Calendula is an anti-infectious and a demulcent; fights infection; softens and soothes the skin and accelerates healing. Apply a topical preparation containing calendula 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Zinc pyrithione is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth; used for staphylococcus infection of the skin. Apply a zinc pyrithione containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.