Get Rid of Acne

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Foods that reduce or eliminate acne

Acne is a skin condition characterized by inflammation, clogged pores, pimples and blackheads. In addition to topical creams, positive hygiene and doctor-prescribed medications, certain foods may help to prevent or alleviate acne symptoms. It only makes sense, that if you eat a healthy diet, your skin will have a better glow to it and be healthier, whereas poor nutrition will lead to duller looking skin. Having said that, there are specific foods that will help to clear up acne prone skin and will help to give acne sufferers the beautiful, smooth, clear skin they have always wanted.

VITAMIN A

According to the UMMC, vitamin A may play a significant role in treating acne and may produce results similar to acne-geared retinal products, but without the side effects retinal products may provoke.

FOODS THAT CONTAIN VITAMIN A:

Beef and chicken liver
Fortified skim milk
Carrots
Carrot Juice
Kale Vegetable Soup
Cantaloupe
Spinach
Apricots

Multivitamins

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ZINC

No one knows exactly why, but getting enough zinc appears to help put the brakes on breakouts. It may be that zinc helps to control the release of male hormones that kick-start acne. Zinc also helps the body absorb vitamin A, another important nutrient for healthy skin.

FOODS THAT CONTAIN ZINC:

Oysters
Beans
Poultry
Fish
Crab,
Pork shoulder
Fortified breakfast cereals
Milk
Yogurt
Nuts

Zinc

Take a zinc supplement for the prevention of acne and to clear up existing acne.
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BETA-CAROTENE

Beta-carotene (found in many orange-, yellow-, and red-hued fruits and vegetables) converts in the body to vitamin A, another of the nutrients that helps to enhance selenium's benefits to skin.

FOODS THAT CONTAIN BETA-CAROTENE:

Sweet potatoes
Carrots
Cantaloupe
Bell peppers
Kale
Spinach
Turnip greens
Winter squash
Collard greens
Cilantro
Fresh thyme.

Beta-Carotene Supplements

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OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS

Some dermatologists think that omega-3 fatty acids, which help keep inflammation at bay, may help keep acne under control.

FOODS THAT CONTAIN OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS:

Coldwater fish - such as wild Alaskan salmon, albacore tuna, lake trout, herring, sardines and halibut (AIM FOR 2 SERVINGS OF FATTY FISH A WEEK)

Plant-based foods - such as ground flaxseed, flaxseed oil, walnuts, walnut oil and canola

Omega-3 Supplements

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FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

When scientists looked at the diets of teens in the Kitavan Islands of New Guinea and the Ache region of Paraguay-where not one case of acne was found-they took note: The diets were rich in fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables provide an assortment of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They support immune system strength and may help to alleviate acne. Fresh, colorful fruits and vegetables tend to provide the most antioxidant benefits.

EXAMPLES OF ANTIOXIDANT-RICH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES INCLUDE:

Blueberries
Raspberries
Strawberries
Oranges
Kiwifruit
Papaya
Mangoes
Grapes
Raisins
Plums
Prunes
Tomatoes
Spinach
Kale
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Red and green bell peppers

Fruit and Vegetable Products

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Top Foods For Skin Health

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FOODS TO AVOID

Iodized salt and other strong sources of iodine. For unknown reasons, iodized salt can cause acne flare-ups. Watch the amount of sodium you take in from prepared and processed foods and how much iodized salt you add from the saltshaker. Consider using sea salt, which is lower in iodine. Also limit shrimp and shellfish, which are high in iodine.

Refined foods. If you're serious about stopping acne, scale back on the "white" foods in your diet-white bread, white flour, mashed potatoes, french fries and anything made with lots of sugar. They cause blood sugar and insulin to spike, and scientists suspect that those insulin spikes may contribute to acne. Diets full of refined foods and low in fruits and vegetables also come up short on magnesium, a mineral that helps to balance acne-inducing hormones.

Trans-fats have only recently been recognized as a source of the inflammation that causes acne. Glazed doughnuts, Potato chips fried in a mixture of oils, chocolate cookies with creme fillings, are some of such food stuffs.

Bacon, Ham, and most fast food sandwiches are very rich in Omega-6 fatty acids which make the body produce hormones that ultimately lead to inflammation, redness and irritation.

Foods high on glycemic index such as cakes, cookies, french fries molasses, muffins etc are too known to aggravate acne.

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