Acne Control

Acne Control Via Diet
By Wendy Simons

Acne is a common skin condition characterized by lesions commonly called pimples, spots, or zits. The word acne has been derived from a Greek term άκμή which means ‘peak’, i.e. raised pints of eruption on the skin surface. The causes of this skin condition vary, though mainly it is assigned to hormonal imbalance (especially in teenagers and young adults), overactivity of oil-producing glands in the skin, and the presence of certain kind of bacteria in the hair follicles. While the symptoms are treated via different means ranging from home remedies to advnced laser therapy, nutritionists are finding stronger connection between the indirect effect of diet on acne. Thus we see special diet plans for patients of this skin condition.

Recommended Elements Of Nutrition

Nutritionists maintain that a number of nutritional elements help in keeping the skin clear and healthy. Drinking plenty of clean water is the base of this approach. Water dissolves toxic wastes and removes them from the body by excretion. Other useful elements of food that can prevent and control acne include vitamins and minerals.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A mainly comes from plant sources like carrots, yam, apriocts, cantaloupe, spinach, kale, and parsley etc. Vitamin A is soluble in fat and high doses of it can be harmful. Also, some cosmetic creams carry this vitamin but it is best to get it from natural sources, fruits and vegetables, which are free of other harmful chemicals.

Vitamin B

Vitamin B is a group of vitamins all of which are more important for healthy skin. Vitamin B1, B2, and B6, and B12 are better known for relieving stress, a main agent of hormonal imbalance. These vitamins come from leafy vegetables, fish, egg, whole grains, and milk. Vitamin B3 is especially important in reducing the blood cholesterol level and improving circulatiton of blood. Since acne is a condition in which skin pores are clogged with excess of oil, reducing cholesterol level in blood becomes a significant control on the disease. Food sources of Vitamin B3 include eggs, peanuts, liver, and avocados.

Vitamin C

On account of its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory propertites, Vitamin C is especially effective in cleansing the skin and preventing the attack of organisms like bacteria. Vitamin C is fouund in lime, lemon, orange, grapefruit, potatoes, and tomatoes. Brussels sroputs, strawberries, papaya, and cauliflower are also rich in Vitamin C.

Zinc

Zinc is an anti-oxidant and strengthens the immune system against infections. It also helps in the removal of dead skin tissues. Zinc is found in nuts, whole grains, mushrooms, and eggs.

Selenium

Selenium is a trace mineral found in most types of soil. It is absorbed by a number of vegetables which are good for preventing acne and improving overall body health, maintaining a healthy skin.

About the Author
Wendy Simons is an online copywriter and writes for Acne related sites, general health sites and article directories such as Simply Top Articles and The A to Z of.

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