Usually characterized by red pimples, pustules and comedones, acne is a skin problem caused by an overproduction of sebum. When this oily substance builds up, blocks and infects pores. Increased sebum production is often due to hormonal imbalances, like during PMS or when women are with the pill. The blood toxins, poor nutrition or a sluggish liver can also increase acne as well as sensitivity or food intolerance.
Natural remedies for acne: Health Nutrition
Your diet should focus on other foods:
Foods high in fiber will help cleanse your body
Many fruits, due to their high water content and nutrients
Foods rich in zinc to help heal tissues
Foods that contain essential fatty acids
Avoid:
All forms of sugar if acne is associated with glucose intolerance or candidiasis.
Processed foods, as they can damage your skin and collagen, due to their low content of enzymes. Enzymes are very important for proper digestion.
Processed foods?? Also contain high levels of iodine, which is known to worsen outbreaks. Beware of foods high in iodine content, such as fish, seaweed, and onions.
Natural remedies for Acne: Supplements
Nutrients have many advantages in terms of overall health. Skin nutrients are found mostly in food, hence the need for a proper diet. Unfortunately, the poor quality of the soil reduces the food of vital nutrients. A good nutritional program through a healthy diet and supplements, aims to strengthen your immune system and give your body the nutrients it needs to function better.
Here is a list of nutrients that may be beneficial for skin disease:
Beta-carotene and Vitamin A is essential for tissue repair and maintenance
Chromium helps to reduce skin infection
Zinc aids in healing tissues (most acne sufferers are deficient in zinc)
Selenium increases the action of vitamin E
Essential fatty acids (especially GLA) may decrease the body's production of sebum
Lecithin helps to absorb EFAs
Vitamin E helps prevent scarring and improves the action of the vitamin A
The B vitamins combat stress effect
Vitamin C helps fight infections
Vitamin D3 promotes tissue repair
Fiber helps keep the colon clear
Probiotics fight infection and reduce outbreaks.
Enzymes aid in digestion (most acne sufferers are deficient pancreatic digestive enzymes)
Nutritional yeast helps reduce excess fat
Colloidal silver is a natural antibiotic
Potassium (most acne sufferers are deficient in potassium)
Garlic destroys bacteria
Cleanses the blood Chlorophyll
Niacinamide helps circulation and helps repair the skin.
Chromium helps with sugar balance
