As one of the most unique cultures in the world, Filipino culture highly focuses on food. That is why, it is no secret when it comes to different doctor visits, dietary restrictions come into play. Overall, Filipino cuisine can be described as full of flavors. It is comforting, and one important thing – greasy. That is why many health checks result in certain food restrictions and new diet regime that will help the overall health and body condition.
It is no secret that food plays a great role in certain diseases. And not to forget, it definitely shows its signs on the skin too. The most common result of imbalanced and improper food choices is the appearance of acne. It took medicine a long time to establish that the food and the diet, in particular, are tightly connected to acne. Although there are no certain foods that for sure can be classified as acne-triggering, there is a connection.
Each skin type is different, and different diet does reflect differently on the skin. As mentioned above, food can be a great acne-appearing factor. So, what can you do to protect your skin and prevent acne from happening? Here is a list of foods that you should stay away from since they promote acne:
1. Sugary food
The presence of sugar in the blood is measured by the glycemic index. It is a numeric score that shows how rapidly certain foods are digested and with that, elevates the blood sugar. The foods that are high in the glycemic index can cause acne breakouts, as well as prolong their duration. These foods are usually refined ones, and they have an “added sugar” mark on their label. To help fight acne, it is best to consume foods that are rich in fiber, fat, and protein. These foods release glucose more slowly and have a lower glycemic index.
2. Dairy products
Believe it or not, the consumption and intake of cow’s milk is another acne trigger. No matter if it is whole, low-fat, or skim, it causes acne break-outs. This refers to the dairy products too, that contain cow’s milk.
3. Whey protein supplements
The widely adored protein shakes that are great for bodybuilding and fitness contain almost 80% of milk. That means that they can greatly trigger acne breakouts.
So, which foods protect from acne appearance?
1. Foods with the low glycemic index because they reduce inflammation;
2. Omega-3 fatty acids and linoleic acids such as fish and Mediterranean diet;
3. Vegan diet – fruits and vegetables.
Although these are just overall types of foods that have been researched and determined to be closely linked to the appearance of acne, every skin, and everybody is different. At Body Concepts Dermatology and Medical Clinic, you can easily schedule an appointment with us where we will work on the diet that triggers your acne appearance as well as the suitable treatments.
