Best Diet for Acne

Acnes are an obvious sign that the body is not in good balance and is eliminating toxic and excess oil, produced in the sebaceous glands. Overproduction of oil on the surface of the skin causes dead skin cells to clump, and form acne. Today we will see Best Diet for Acne.  

We all want a flawless skin but acne makes it difficult. There are many reasons for acne. We can’t eliminate all reasons but we can try to maintain a diet which can help in getting a flawless skin.

Best Diet for Acne

1. Reduce Milk Intake

Milk can give you acne. Cows milk for instance is loaded with growth hormones. So each time you absorb these hormones from milk, it will negatively affect your skin health. And also, the androgenic effect of whey from milk products is going to adversely effect hormones and trigger acne and facial hair.

2. Cut Down on Iodine

Acne is closely linked to excess iodine in the diet. We sometimes over-do iodine in our foods as a whole lot of ingredients like salt is fortified with iodine to avoid deficiencies. Please remember not to cut down iodine completely, but reduce the intake of salt, which will then do wonders for your skin.

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3. Avoid Food with High Glycemic Index

Research has shown that a low glycemic diet can wipe off acne completely. People who have low glycemic diet have lower levels of androgens in their blood. Stay clear of corn syrup, sugar, white flour, refined grains, sauces, ketchups, sodas, sports drinks, juices, processed meats with hidden sugars, etc.

Manage your blood sugar levels with a natural diet of fresh and real foods such as seasonal fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grains, legumes and healthy fats from natural sources. A natural, traditional diet will clean your system and reboot it, clearing your skin in the process.

4. Consume Zinc

Research shows zinc is as effective, and in fact better than topical treatments like clindamycin and erythromycin. Both topical and dietary zinc has natural anti-inflammatory properties, and inhibits acne-causing bacteria. Include zinc-rich foods in your diet like kidney beans, oysters, red meat and pumpkin seeds.

5.  Avoid Junk Food

Watch your potions, read labels, choose food that you could hunt or gather and avoid pre-packaged junk.

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6. Include Omega 3

Decrease your intake of omega 6 found in refined oils, baked goods and processed oils. Aim to eat cold water fish at least twice a week. Include chia seeds and flaxseeds that are abundant in omega 3 fatty acids. Toss the seeds in salad, or simply blend it in your smoothie for that omega 3 boost.

7. Include Vitamin D Supplements

Include Vitamin D supplement and snack regularly to keep blood sugar levels well managed.

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8. Drink lot of Water

Drink lot of water which flushes all toxins from the system. Drink 2 to 3 litres of water daily.

9. Avoid Caffeine

If you drink coffee or tea too much reduce the intake. Caffeine also can cause acne. So avoid taking too much of caffeine.

Acne is only a reflection of what’s going wrong inside. A holistic and natural approach to food will balance hormones and eliminate toxins very effectively thus giving you clear and flawless skin.

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Khushboo

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