A key role in the treatment of acne, especially in the prevention phase, plays a diet that is often deficient in some basic nutrients and very rich in fats and sugars instead. Here's what to eat and what to avoid
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Acne is one of the most frequent skin problems during adolescence but it can also appear at other times of life. Eliminating it is not always easy either with natural remedies or with more drastic solutions. A very important role, especially in the prevention phase, it carries out power which is often lacking in some basic nutrients and very rich in fats and sugars instead.
Generally speaking we can say that Mediterranean diet which includes whole grains, lots of fruits and vegetables, legumes, etc. it can help a lot and conversely alcohol, smoking, fried foods, excessive fats and sugars can instead be harmful. But let's see more specifically what to include often in your diet and what to avoid instead.
FOODS TO PREVENT ACNE
FISH OR LINSEED
All foods rich in Omega 3, essential fatty acids that have anti-inflammatory power, are useful for treating various problems affecting the skin, not only acne therefore but also dermatitis, hives, etc.
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GREEN TEA
Drink this tea 2 or 3 times a day it can help reduce acne, but to have a combined effect you can also apply tea (at room temperature) with a cotton cloth soaked on the acne-prone areas of the face for about 10-15 minutes.
WHEAT GERM AND SEEDS
Lo zinc present in these foods seems to be a useful element in reducing the effects of acne, which is why it is excellent to consume foods that contain it every day, in addition to wheat germ and seeds, there are whole grains, legumes and nuts.
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BRAZIL NUTS - ALMONDS
All acne sufferers are recommended foods rich in selenium which, like zinc, is a particularly useful trace element for skin health and a powerful antioxidant. A handful of almonds a day or 2/3 Brazil nuts are sufficient.
Read also: Brazilian nuts: a concentrate of vitamin E, selenium and mineral salts
FRUIT AND VEGETABLE JUICES
Juices and fresh fruit and vegetable juices are all beneficial in that anti-inflammatory naturalIt is always better to vary by inserting as much as possible orange and red foods, rich in beta-carotene, detoxifying green leafy vegetables, and berries that contain phytonutrients important for the skin.
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APPLES
Among the most recommended fruits in case of acne is the apple which, thanks to the presence of pectin, has a beneficial anti-acne action. We advise you to choose organic apples so that you can also eat the peel, the richest part of nutrients.
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TOMATOES AND STRAWBERRIES
All foods that contain good doses of Vitamin C they are very important in acne treatment as they stimulate the immune system in its work.
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PROBIOTIC FOODS
These foods are important because they reduce inflammation in the intestine and can help reduce acne in this way. Among the foods that you can include more often in your diet are: yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, miso soup, tempeh and Kombucha tea.
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ACQUA
Water and all foods that contain good amounts of water such as melon, watermelon, cucumber, etc. they help the body to eliminate toxins and this inevitably also affects the skin. The use of lukewarm water and lemon every morning on an empty stomach is also excellent.
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OLIVE OIL
Dressing salads and vegetables with extra virgin olive oil (raw) is a great way to prevent acne. This dressing is indeed rich in vitamin E, particularly valuable for the well-being of the skin. It is important to take this vitamin every day, including foods such as hazelnuts, almonds, soy and green leafy vegetables in your diet.
FOODS TO AVOID
ZUCCHERO
In the case of acne, the consumption of sugar should be greatly reduced, which as we know is hidden in many foods and drinks in common use. Acidifying and inflammatory, this food is particularly harmful for acne, especially if refined.
FOODS WITH A HIGH GLYCEMIC INDEX
Not only sugar, therefore, but also all foods that experience a spike in blood sugar levels. In fact, our body reacts to this situation by using hormones and causing inflammation that favors acne. Therefore, minimize refined grains, processed foods, etc.
COW MILK
Some studies have shown an association between cow's milk consumption and acne. This is probably due to the fact that milk is also a food that raises inflammation, it also contains many growth hormones which can favor the excessive growth of skin cells and therefore block the pores.
FOOD JUNK AND RICH IN SATURATED FATS
The skin is very affected by the consumption of junk foods for the same reasons mentioned above, these foods, in fact, excessively stimulate hormones and spike blood sugar levels. No fast food lunches or dinners, ban on french fries, etc.
SALT IN EXCESS
Adding a little salt to your dishes is fine, but don't overdo it since the presence of a lot of iodine tends to accentuate the acne problem.
Another effective weapon to be used alongside food is that of always keep the skin clean and hydrated. Add to all this the use of natural remedies and you will see that with the combined action of all these factors you will be able to keep your acne problem at bay.
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