How Diet Effects Your Acne
Do you think the old saying “you are what you eat” is true? Well the fact is that when it comes to acne the food you eat does not cause acne per se but it can cause internal reactions that do cause acne. Your diet can also play a part in
What you eat can effect your acne breakouts. Creams and treatments without proper diet could be a waste.
how severe your case of acne is and how soon it will clear up. It is thought that acne may also be an allergic reaction to certain foods or groups of food. The theory is that the body is trying to rid itself of toxins caused by an allergic reaction to the food. When your body starts to push the toxin from your body it presents itself externally with inflammation and acne papules.
Research shows that high glycemic foods can cause acne because these types of food cause the body to produce higher levels of insulin. This is especially true in males and especially teenage males that are going through major natural hormonal changes. Dermatologists recommend that you avoid foods in this group especially during times in your life where your body is going through major hormone changes. These periods include puberty, pregnancy and menopause. The foods in this group include many nuts, soft drinks with high amounts of sugar and carbonated water and most dairy products. You do not have to abstain from these foods but the intake of them should be limited.
On the other hand, there are foods that can help the body naturally rid itself of toxins and therefore decrease the effects and severity of acne. This group includes fresh fruit and vegetables, any food with whole grains and drink plenty of water and vegetable juices. The root cause of all acne is internal imbalances. The more you can do to decrease internal imbalances the less severe your acne will be. Other things that cause internal troubles that can lead to acne include stress, certain medications, disease and any other factors that change what is happening inside your body. The more you can do to lessen these factors the less you will suffer from acne. Take as much stress out of your life as possible do not take unnecessary medications and keep yourself as healthy as possible. If you do suffer from acne, consult a dermatologist for more treatment options.