Can Food Help Prevent Acne? | Kosmoderma
"You are what you eat!"
Eat food that is bad for you and your body will show it. Your skin, nails, hair, everything is a direct result of how well you take care of yourself. If you want good skin, then take care of it and part of taking care of it is eating the right food.
Let’s talk about food & acne. How food that you eat may cause or aggravate those red bumps on your skin. Most people need a combination of the right diet and other acne treatments. One thing the right acne prevention diet can do is to supply your body and immune system with nutrients to fight acne.
If you try and incorporate the following nutrients in your diet along with proper treatment from a professional and a home care, you can keep acne at bay.
Focus on vitamin A: This fat-soluble vitamin is necessary for healthy skin and a study in Clinical and Experimental Dermatology suggests that vitamin A supplementation can improve acne conditions in patients. Fill up on sweet potatoes, kale, spinach, and carrots to reap the benefits.
Limit dairy: One hotly debated hypothesis says that dairy can aggravate acne; there are strong opinions on both sides. In patients who have no genetic background for acne, dairy plays no role whatsoever. It may not give them acne. But for those who have a propensity for acne and are susceptible to the effects of dairy, it may make their acne much worse.
Add up Zinc: Deficiencies in minerals such as zinc have been linked to acne in some sufferers. Zinc is vital for the structure and function of cell membranes. Good sources of zinc are meat, eggs, mushrooms, whole grain products, and oysters.
Avocado: This tasty green fruit, rich in vitamin E, can also increase your skin’s vitality. Avocado is also a good source of vitamin C, which can reduce skin inflammation and naturally moisturize the skin.
Fatty Fishes: Fish like salmon, mackerel and sardines fight blemishes. Fish is a great source of essential fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6. These acids help reduce inflammation in our bodies that can trigger the cells to clog pores and potentially cause acne.
Brown Rice: Brown rice is a rich source of vitamin B, protein, magnesium, and several antioxidants. For acne, vitamin B acts as our skin’s stress fighter, which will help regulate hormone levels and prevent the likelihood of breakouts.
Pick the right carbs: Try to avoid refined grains and white flour in breads, pastas, muffins and sweets that can cause a quick spike in blood sugar, which may contribute to acne.
Alfalfa Sprouts: Yes, they may look a little like grass, but these sprouts are packed with valuable, skin-clearing nutrients. Alfalfa sprouts contain live enzymes, which help fight inflammation.
Antioxidants: Besides the above given tips, include lots of fresh veggies & fruits and green tea in your diet that has anti-oxidants. You may take a supplement if you are not sure whether you are eating a balanced diet.
Water & Fibres: Last but not the least, drink plenty of water & include lots of fibers in your diet to flush out toxins that will help in balancing of hormones that plays an important role in acne breakouts.
So be conscious about what you eat for optimal skin health. It’s very tempting to indulge in junk food, but you may suffer the side effects on your body and skin for a long time. That doesn’t mean you have to avoid junk food entirely but try and eat smart and live a healthy life.
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