Theories about direct dietary influences on acne are quite controversial in the medical literature. An example is the theories that implicate chocolate are conflicting. What we do know is providing the best nutrition for the skin is critical. In addition to a generally healthful diet some specifics are helpful. All refined and/or concentrated simple sugars should be eliminated from the diet. (I know very challenging for the average American diet). Foods containing trans -fatty acids or oxidized fatty acids should also be avoided. Good news is more thumbs up for high protein diets. In one study, subjects fed a high protein diet showed substantially less conversion of testosterone to its more potent form (DHT). A high carbohydrate diet showed the opposite results. These results suggest that a low carb high protein diet may help with acne (not to mention hair loss). Every wondered why we have so much adult acne and thinning hair even in women…? Too much refined carbs, not enough of the good fats and protein.
Many dermatologists have reported that the hormone insulin is effective in the treatment of acne. Insulin regulates blood sugar by promoting the uptake of sugar by the cells aka the fat storage hormone. Research has demonstrated that patients with acne do not metabolize sugar properly as evidenced by levels of glucose in the skin cells compared to control groups. Some researchers have gone as far as to refer to acne as skin diabetes.
Correcting an underlying thyroid problem can also help in reducing acne.
Dermco: This is a medical grade herbal supplement that contains Oregon grape, burdock and yellow dock. This combination helps by : supporting normal flushing of toxins from body; encourage the healthy function of organs &elimination; maintain healthy skin and promote skin renewal; cleanse blood, promote healthy liver and intestinal function; encourage healthy bowels; support kidney and lymphatic system function.
Retin-A:
A topical carotenoid that has been extensively studied and is FDA approved for the treatment of acne. In addition research has demonstrated dermatologic effects such as: improvement in fine lines and coarse facial wrinkling; decreased tactile roughness; reduction in actinic keratoses, lightening solar lentingenes (age spots).
Thyroid Complex:
This is a herbal combination of bladderwrack, barcopa, and ashwanga, but also trace minerals including iodine, polyphenols, steroidal compounds, triterpenoid saponins, alkaloids and flavonoids. Combined these herbs help: support and maintain normal healthy thyroid function; assist the body in achieving normal basal metabolism; improve and maintain general well being; assist the body to adapt to physically and mentally challenging circumstances.
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Stefanie RN, BSN
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