10 Acne-fighting foods #1

Some 40-50 million American have acne and affect all ages. Dermatologists around the world agree that the food that we intake may trigger acne in certain people but not to some. Eating greasy foods like pizza or tacos may contribute to more oil in your face. Also eating chocolates may increase your blood sugar and a rapid rise in blood sugar causes an insulin response in the body, which then causes an inflammatory response.  Take a look at these 10 acne fighting foods to add in your diet and help you achieve a beautiful clear skin.

1. Almonds - Rich in antioxidant selenium, almonds - as well as brazil nuts, garlic and onion- help protect skin's elasticity and can also reduce inflammation . Also in research studies, the health benefits of almonds are usually derived by eating one ounce a day. One ounce is 20-25 almonds or about one handful. Almonds are loaded with Vitamin E, Monounsaturated fat, magnesium, calcium, zinc, folic acid, and fiber. Those nutrients also have been associated with preventing heart disease, high blood pressure, some cancers, and osteoporosis.

2.  Spinach- Nutrient-rich spinach is wealthy of Vitamin K, A and Iron which helps to banish breakouts-and protect against future spots. The antioxidants contained in spinach will clear up acne quickly. Spinach has an abundant amount of iron, which will be useful to prevent cancer, arthritis, and heart disease.


3. Green tea – Antioxidant-rich foods such as green tea are the natural enemy to the free radicals that are often associated with breakouts. Try cherries and other assorted berries for a sweet and powerful snack. 


4. Eggs – Aside from packing a powerful punch of protein, eggs are also a great source of Vitamin E, which has been proven to Vitamin E help protect skin from scarring.

5. Oranges – These sweet, citrus fruits pack a powerful punch of Vitamin C, which has been proven to protect skin and help reduce the appearance of scarring. Melons, tomatoes, and strawberries are other great alternatives.

6. Salmon – Fish are a well-known source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been known to reduce inflammation on the inside and out. Not a fish fan? Try flax seeds or walnuts for a quick omega fix.

7. Oatmeal – Start your day with a skin-protecting bowl of oatmeal. The magnesium contained in one bowl reportedly helps balance the hormones often associated with acne.

8. Carrots – Rich in both Vitamin A and beta-carotene, these bright-orange vegetables help the body absorb selenium (mentioned above) and reduce inflammation

9. Berries – Blueberries, raspberries, cranberries are all rich in phytochemicals that are protective of skin cells. You can’t get the same results though, from frozen or preserved fruit.

10. Lemon Juice – It’s a natural bleach and can be used to fade sunspots and freckles. Put a slice of lemon over the spot and leave it for 10 minutes everyday for a week, or exfoliate by rubbing a cut lemon and half a teaspoon of granulated sugar over the skin for a few minutes. Be careful not to get any lemon in your eyes and stop immediately if you get a bad reaction as some people have extremely sensitive skin.




Sources: http://www.vancouversun.com