Acne Treatments at Home

People with acne try to treat their irritated skin with soaps, face washes, lotions and treatments. The best way to treat acne is by getting rid of acne causing foods such as fried foods and by changing how you eat.

A diet rich in naturally wholesome foods such as fruits, whole grains, beans, and vegetables is the first recommendation for treating acne. Foods containing trans-fats such as milk, milk products, margarine, shortening and other hydrogenated vegetable oils, as well as fried foods, should be avoided.

It appears the the prevalence of acne being seen in the United States could be attributed to the typical diet Americans consume. Americans tend to consume large quantities of fried foods which are generally cooked in harmful fats and oils. No all fats are bad, however typical Americans who eat foods such as ice cream, cheese, bacon, and milk containing the fats that are bad tend to be more prone to developing acne and skin problems.

Acne cannot really be treated using creams and soaps because the root of the condition lies beneath the skin. Blemishes and pimples are usually caused by bacteria and other irritants embedded under the skin’s oil glands and hair follicles, generally a result of poor diet and improper hygiene.

A healthy skin diet will emphasize raw and steamed vegetables, in particular green leafy vegetables containing valuable trace minerals which are rich in fiber. Fresh green vegetables are essential. Also add lean protein source into your diet as well as complex carbohydrates, such as brown rice, potatoes and whole-grain breads. These fiber rich foods ensure a clean gastrointestinal tract, considered essential in the treatement of acne. Consume 3 healthy meals per day that will provide essential nutrients and help to combat cravings for sugary or greasy fried foods.Food rich in zinc such as lean beef, nuts, beans and whole grains, as well as foods rich in vitamin A like apricots, watermelon, and broccoli can help in reducing acne breakouts.It’s imperative to consume plenty of water to help in flushing the toxins, which contribute to breakouts.