Protocol · Dermatological Health
Wound and Burn Healing Support Protocol
Vitamin C and Zinc are the core of this stack, with 7 supporting supplements. Each row gives the amount the protocol lists and the grade our evidence database holds for that supplement in Wound and Burn Healing Support.
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The stack
9 supplements · none graded yet
| Grade | Supplement | Amount listed | Why it’s in the stack | Evidence on file | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary stackThe core of this protocol | |||||
| Vitamin C | Amount listed: 500–2,000 mg daily (higher doses for major wounds/burns) | Essential for collagen synthesis; critical for wound healing; antioxidant protection | Not graded yet | ||
| Zinc | Amount listed: 15–45 mg daily (higher for major wounds/burns) | Essential for cell division and tissue repair; often depleted in burn patients | Not graded yet | ||
| Supporting stackListed as additions to the core | |||||
| Protein/Amino Acids | Amount listed: 1.5–2 g protein/kg body weight daily (supplement as needed) | Essential building blocks for tissue repair; increased needs during wound healing | Not graded yet | ||
| Vitamin A | Amount listed: 10,000–25,000 IU daily short-term (not long-term or in pregnancy) | Supports epithelialization and immune function; important for wound healing | Not graded yet | ||
| Vitamin E (Topical and Oral) | Amount listed: 400 IU oral daily; topical application after wound closure | Antioxidant; supports healing; mixed evidence for scar prevention | Not graded yet | ||
| Arginine | Amount listed: 4.5–9 g daily | Supports collagen synthesis and immune function during wound healing | Not graded yet | ||
| Glutamine | Amount listed: 10–30 g daily for major burns | Supports immune function and gut barrier; important in burn patients | Not graded yet | ||
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | Amount listed: 2–4 g EPA+DHA daily | Modulates inflammation; supports immune function during healing | Not graded yet | ||
| Aloe Vera (Topical) | Amount listed: Apply pure aloe gel to minor burns 2–3 times daily | Soothing; promotes epithelialization; traditional burn remedy with some evidence | Not graded yet | ||
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How this protocol works
In plain language
Wound healing is a complex process requiring adequate nutrition. Whether from surgery, injury, or burns, the body needs extra nutrients to repair tissue. Malnutrition significantly impairs healing and increases infection risk.
PHASES OF WOUND HEALING:
1. Hemostasis (minutes): Blood clotting
2. Inflammation (1-4 days): Immune response, cleaning
3. Proliferation (4-21 days): New tissue formation
4. Remodeling (21 days-2 years): Scar maturation
CRITICAL: Severe wounds and burns require medical care. This protocol supports healing alongside proper medical treatment.
FACTORS THAT IMPAIR HEALING:
- Malnutrition (especially protein deficiency)
- Vitamin deficiencies (C, A, zinc)
- Diabetes (poor blood sugar control)
- Infection
- Poor blood supply
- Smoking
- Certain medications (steroids)
- Age
BURN SEVERITY:
- First degree: Superficial (sunburn-like)
- Second degree: Partial thickness (blisters)
- Third degree: Full thickness (requires grafting)
- Major burns: Require hospitalization, specialized nutrition
Vitamin C* is essential for collagen synthesis - the main structural protein in healing tissue.
Zinc* is critical for cell division and tissue repair.
Protein/Amino acids* provide the building blocks for new tissue.
Vitamin A* supports immune function and epithelialization.
Aloe vera* (topical) has evidence for minor burn healing.
Expected timeline: Minor wounds heal in 1-3 weeks. Major wounds and burns may take months. Adequate nutrition throughout is essential.