We all get the odd blemish from time-to-time, but if you are looking at different ways in which you can help to ease your acne, then you have come to the right place. Spots are caused when the pores in your face become clogged. This can be due to an over-production of oil, often brought on by hormonal activity, or because dirt or dead skin cells have become trapped. Keeping your face clean and exfoliating regularly can help with external causes of acne. You can work on the internal causes by cleaning up your diet.
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Insulin is one of the key hormones in your blood that can lead to an over-production of oil. When you eat foods high on the glycemic index, they cause your blood sugar levels to rise. To counter-act this, your body produces more insulin. One of the side-effects of this is an increase in the oil your body produces. So, there is a direct relationship between the amount of insulin in your blood and the number of spots on your face.
Certain foods have a higher glycemic level than others. For example, foods like pasta, sugar and white bread and rice are sure to send your insulin levels soaring. However, some foods are low on the GI index, but can still have a negative impact on your skin. Dairy, for example, is often linked with issues such as eczema and psoriasis, while saturated and trans-fats should also be eaten in moderation. These have been proven to increase the activity of other hormones such as estrogen. If you have any medical issues within your body, they can often show in your complexion, so eating for overall health is a great way to start to clear your skin.
What Foods Can Heal the Complexion?
If the main cause of acne is hormones working overtime within the body, then there are very few topical applications that will actually help to get rid of it. Instead, you should minimize the food groups mentioned so far and eat more foods that encourage the nourishment of the skin and body. When it comes to carbohydrates, choose more complex foods such as whole grains and brown bread. Fresh fruit, vegetables and legumes are great foods for overall health and will certainly help your skin to glow.
At the same time, you should be looking to reduce the incidence of inflammation within the body. Look for foods high in zinc, vitamins A and C and antioxidants, as these work hard to maintain your skin health. Ensure you have a variety of coloured vegetables with every meal and snack on vitamin-rich berries and nuts between meals. Lentils, quinoa and other grains are great for plumping up stews or pasta dishes (brown pasta only!) and are fantastic for your overall health.
Of course, when cleaning up your diet, it is important to take allergies into account. You may also find you are more sensitive to some foods than others. It might help to keep a food diary for a week or two, so you can track flare ups and look for some kind of dietary relationship, allowing you to track which foods you are best to avoid. Here’s to a brighter skin future!
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