You probably have heard this many times — don’t eat this or you will get zits. Diet and acne has been extensively studied, but scientists have yet to find a connection between the two. Not fried food, chocolate or even pizza. It has been stated by the American Academy of Dermatology that a healthy diet is important for healthy skin but they state that sugary or greasy foods do not actually cause acne. Another published study in the Journal of American Medical Associate agreed also that in most patients diet played no role in acne treatment even larger amounts of certain foods did not clinically exacerbate acne. Even so, that doesn’t mean making a habit of consuming foods that are high in sugar or fat.
Being the body’s largest organ, the skin needs the same nutrients that are good for the rest of your body. There are a number of nutrients that promote healthy skin which are found in everyday foods. By knowing these nutrients can increase your chances of eliminating your acne.
Vitamin A (retinol) – found in dairy products, fish oils and liver. The one known as betacarotene is produced by plants. It is found in yellow or orange types of vegetables and fruits such as yams, carrots, cantaloupe and apricots. Also green vegetables like kale, parsley and spinach. Note that Vitamin A is toxic in high doses so not to overdo it.
Vitamin B2 – existing acne is known to be aggravated by stress, and Vitamin B2 can help to alleviate stress. High concentration of B2 are found in foods such as whole grains, leafy green vegetables, milk, eggs, fish and meat.
Vitamin B3 – found in eggs, avocados, peanuts, lean meats and liver. It promotes healthy skin by improving circulation. It also reduces blood cholesterol level and helps in metabolizing protein, fat and sugar which increases your energy by properly utilizing food.
Vitamin E – found in peanuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, wheat germ, vegetable oils and broccoli. It’s a powerful antioxidant protecting cells from the effects of free radicals which are harmful by products from the metabolism of the body.
Zinc – is found in whole grains, eggs, nuts and mushrooms. Zince is an antioxidant that boosts the immune system, even in trace amounts, whereby improving overall health that reflects on your skin.
By being aware of what foods triggers your acne flare-ups, then you can know which ones to avoid. Acne is different for everyone and therefore may not have the same acne solution.
Also check your vitamins and supplements for iodine content. Normal iodine amounts haven’t show to affect the skin, but iodine may aggravate your skin if amounts are greater than RDA’s 150 mcg.
By using common sense, eating a balanced healthy diet and drinking lots of water can help in acne prevention. It’s okay though to indulge in your craving every now and then in maintaining a healthy diet.
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