Adult acne is most often caused by imbalances in hormones and a poor diet. The hormonal imbalance is generally something that only a doctor can treat but what people don’t realise is that hormonal changes can be caused by diet too. So your acne problems could all be caused solely by what you eat on a daily basis.
Fats
Eating fat can cause excessively greasy skin as it is absorbed and excreted in small amounts through the skins pores. These fats then act as food for bacteria causing any exisitng spots or ipimples to flair up and become acne. By reducing your fat intake you’re reducing the food supply of these skin borne bacteria.
Sugars
Simple sugars such as glucose and fructose can cause havoc with your mineral levels and increase levels of fatty acids in the blood which make a bee line for the skin when you sweat. On top of that when the body is heavily loaded with ugar it will diminish the body’s ability to absorb vitamin C. This is an important anti oxidant that’s necessary for repairing and maintaning all of your body’s vital organs – including your skin. Continue reading ‘Adult Acne Cure – The Diet Is The Key’ »