Research
has shown that there is no known solid link between food and acne.
Certain foods may aggravate existing acne specially if you are allergic
to them. If you have no food allergies then you don't need to worry
too much about the foods that you eat. An unbalanced diet can make acne
worst because of insufficient vitamins and minerals. Avoid highly
processed foods, sugary foods and junk foods because they are not good
for the general health. When you have acne, you should concentrate on
nutritious foods and foods that are high in fiber. Acne prone skin needs
more vitamins and minerals for faster healing of acne lesions and
increased immune system function. You will need a very good immune
system to fight those bacteria that causes acne. Water therapy is also
needed to get rid of bodily waste and toxins inside
your body. P. Acnes bacteria generate toxins which cause
your pores to get inflammed. Drinking more than 6 glasses of water a
day helps in eliminating these toxins.
Recommended
Diet:
Water:
Make sure that you drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water per day.
Essential Fatty Acids: Olive oil, Flax seed oil, Canola
oil, EPA/DHA from fish oil
Colorful Fruits and Vegetables: These are high in beta-carotene
which is converted into Vitamin-A by the body. Vitamin-A is needed for
healthy skin. ( Examples: Carrots, Squash, Papaya )
Fiber
rich Foods: Toxins from the bowel because of poor digestion
or very long transit time may contribute to acne. These foods help in
digestion and bowel cleansing.
Things to Avoid:
Sugary
Foods ( soft drinks, chocolates, shakes )
Refined
Carbohydrates ( white bread, white pasta, white rice )
Chemical
Preservatives ( BHT, nitrates, sodium benzoate )
Saturated
Fat ( hydrogenated oils )
Milk
and Gluten ( If you are allergic )