A person affected with acne. [photo/healthyskinsolutions.com]
Antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables. These foods neutralize free radicals, which can wreak havoc on your skin by increasing inflammation. The vegetables also improve better health. The skin usually reflects the health of a person.
Fatty fish. Salmon, sardines, and tuna are all good choices that help your body get the omega 3s it needs.Fatty fish contain fatty acids which are building blocks for your cells by allowing your skin to build new healthy cells.
Cucumbers and watermelon. Food containing high water content will boost your body’s hydration, many people dry their out their skin in an effort to treat acne, then pile on rich moisturizers, which gives them acne and dry skin.
Cashews nuts- they contain a good source of zinc which is an anti-inflammatory and immune boosting properties.
Probiotic-rich foods. Consuming foods that contain probiotic may trigger the release of inflammatory proteins and decrease sebum production hence preventing plugged pores.
Refined carbohydrates. These foods cause a spike in your blood sugar, thus increasing your insulin levels and leading to a breakout. Example of the foods are cookies, cakes, muffins, and white bread they contain refined carbohydrates and sugar.