In my upcoming posts, I’d like to explore a problem that affects many people of all ages. Acne is believed to peak in 80% of adolescents, and about 8-9% of adults are also susceptible.

Of course, there are some lucky ones who’ve only heard about it, but unfortunately, I’m not one of them. The issue of combating acne has been with me for many years. I’ve tried countless different skincare products, masks, and peels. I’ve consulted doctors, but since my condition wasn’t very severe, I didn’t take any serious medications, so I had to spend a lot of time relying on “grandmother’s recipes.” Covering everything in one post is impossible. I’d like to start with an acne diet. Is this true or false, and does it help? I want to say right away that this is my personal experience, and in any case, you should first consult your doctor and choose a treatment plan together. I want to discuss how you can help yourself further by drawing on available resources and our ancestors’ experience.

Diet for acne.

It’s often said that “there’s no scientific evidence that any food causes acne (pimples, scars), but if you feel like a certain food is making your skin worse, avoid it.” While there may be no scientific evidence, experience across many generations indicates that diet can play a significant role in this condition.

A Few Words About Allergies

Many people have hidden food allergies. For example, dairy products, citrus fruits, potatoes, or mushrooms. It can be difficult to detect such an allergy, but try to notice how your skin condition (the number of breakouts) changes after eating certain foods. This is a very important factor. Eliminating harmful foods will significantly improve your

What to Avoid When You Have Acne

To reduce acne breakouts, it’s important not only to include healthy foods in your diet but also to limit those that can aggravate your skin.

High Glycemic Index Foods

High glycemic index foods cause sharp spikes in blood sugar, which can promote insulin production and increase inflammation:

1. Sweets: candy, cakes, baked goods.

2. Sugary drinks: sodas, juices with added sugar.

3. White bread and pasta: replace them with whole-grain alternatives.

Fatty and Fried Foods

Fatty and fried foods can increase inflammation in the body and contribute to acne:

1. Fast food: hamburgers, French fries, pizza.

2. Fried snacks: chips, crackers.

3. Foods with trans fats: margarines, cookies.

Avoiding these foods will not only help you with acne problems, but will also help you maintain your figure😉

What to eat for acne.

1. Fiber: raw vegetables, fruits, oatmeal, and buckwheat

2. Flavonoids with antioxidant properties: berries, leafy greens

3. Vitamin C: currants, bell pepper, broccoli, cauliflower

4. Vitamins A and E: nuts, carrots, spinach, pumpkin, green and orange vegetables, and fruits

5. B vitamins: legumes, buckwheat, liver

6. Zinc is essential for skin, hair, nails, and the immune system. Eat legumes, seafood, seeds, nuts, chicken, and beef liver.

7. Selenium: Brazil nuts

8. Omega 3 and 6: fish, seafood, flax seeds, nuts (hazelnuts), vegetable oil, avocado, and chia.

Quinoa is a “golden grain” for acne treatment. You can eat the grain, leaves, and young shoots. Quinoa is rich in a unique plant protein called lysine, which supports tissue repair and stimulates skin regeneration. Quinoa is also rich in phosphorus, phytic acid, and minerals.

It’s crucial to drink plenty of the right fluids: water, green tea, and sugar-free fruit juice.

What’s important to always remember.

The impact of diet on acne varies from person to person. We’re not talking about strict diets. One candy a day won’t significantly improve acne. But a pack of marshmallows at a time will certainly worsen the condition.

With proper nutrition, we help our entire body function healthier, with healthier bones, muscles, heart, lungs, liver, and even skin.

My experience.

Based on my experience, avoiding very fatty and sweet foods, eating plenty of fruit (apples, pears, and others), and, of course, drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day have helped me.

I also want to share a “beauty salad.”

You’ll need regular oat flakes. Important! Not muesli! You can also use nuts, dried fruit, or fresh fruit as toppings. If you find the salad too mild, add half a spoonful of honey.

Preparation:

In the evening, pour a cup of boiling water over a cup of rolled oats and let it steep overnight. If any liquid remains in the bowl in the morning, discard it. Add any ingredients you like: a spoonful or two of milk, raisins, walnuts, strawberries, or honey. Eat the salad, chewing thoroughly. Try this breakfast, and in just a month, your skin will thank you!

Tell me, what foods helped you with acne?