Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the sebaceous glands secrete an oily substance called sebum in larger quantities than necessary and block the pores of the skin. This happens due to the stimulation of sex hormones, and particularly due to the effect of androgen. The sebum is trapped within the skin resulting in pimples that appear on the face, neck, back and chest. Some factors that lead to the appearance of acne is heredity, hormonal disorders climatic conditions (living in warm and humid areas), eating habits and the use of certain drugs such as androgens, lithium.
The use of improper cosmetics can aggravate the situation. For example, oily cosmetics cause profuse sweating and burden the skin. You need to use products that have a pH close to that of the skin (5-6) and do not contain allergens. Additionally, the products should be oil-free.
Your diet is also an important factor. The consumption of fat, particularly saturated fat and trans fats can make the situation worse. Therefore, you should reduce the consumption of foods rich in saturated fats, which are found in foods such as lamb, beef and fried foods. Instead, it is recommended that you increase the consumption of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are found in foods like olive oil, fish and fish oils.
What is more, it has been proven through research that eating foods rich in vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, C and rich in minerals such as selenium and metals like zinc can help you fight this problem. More specifically, here is what to eat if you have acne:
* Low-fat dairy products. * White meat (turkey, chicken, fish) three times a week. * Olive oil. * Do not eat red meat more than 1-2 times a week.
Furthermore, the diet of people who have acne should be rich in the vitamins and minerals listed below:
* Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) - Sources: whole grains, mushrooms, walnuts and salmon. * Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) - Sources: Bananas, beef, brown rice, eggs, cantaloupe, cabbage, oats, peanuts, beans, nuts, whole grain cereals, brewer's yeast. * Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) - Sources: broccoli, kiwi, oranges, red peppers, pineapple, and strawberries. * Selenium- Sources: Shellfish, crab, oysters, whole grain cereals, lobster, onions, tomatoes. * Zinc - Sources: Beef, eggs, whole grains, lamb, nuts, oysters, yogurt, brewer's yeast.
However, the most important step in order to get rid of acne is to correct your hormonal imbalances. To do that you should follow a holistic program that can help you cure acne once and for all.
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