Managing Acne with Healthy Eating
Food and Acne Acne and your diet have a relationship. And it is worth understanding why acne develops in the first place and how food is linked to this. What is Acne? Acne is a common skin problem causing pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads to form on the surface of the skin. It develops when oil glands on the skin produce too much oil and become clogged with bacteria and dead skin cells. These clogged pores cause inflammation, swelling and are sometimes painful leading to the outbreak of acne. It is rarely harmful, but can cause emotional distress and can scar the skin. Acne is very common in teenagers going through puberty as they are often triggered by hormonal changes in the body. Why does acne develop? A combination of factors are responsible for causing acne: How does diet affect the skin? Several studies have concluded that the food you eat plays a significant role in the health and appearance of your skin. Certain foods with a high glycaem...