CE ALIMENTE INCURAJEAZA SI CE ALIMENTE COMBAT ACNEEA?

Acnea este una dintre cele mai frecvente problem ale pielii, aproape 85% din populatia localizata in partea de vest a lumii a suferit de probleme cu acneea in adolescenta, dar aceasta poate aparea la orice varsta. Acneea este mai mult decat o problema trecatoare a pielii, aceasta poate lasa cicatrici permanente si poate afecta serios calitatea vietii, ducand la scaderea stimei de sine, la aparitia anxietatii sau a depresiei.

Studiile au demonstrate ca dieta este foarte importanta in tratarea acneei, ceea ce mancam poate afecta hormonii care contribuie la productia de ulei care cauzeaza acneea.

ALIMENTE CE INCURAJEAZA ACNEA!

Lapte

Alimentele pe baza de lapte, produc un grad mare de insulina, cresc nivelul hormonilor din organism si modifica inflamatia, acesti factori ducand la aparitia acneei.

Zahar

Zaharul si fructoza provoaca un val de insulina care creste factorul IGF-1 din corp. Acest lucru poate duce la un

exces de hormoni masculine, precum testosteronul, care ajuta porii sa secrete sebumul, substanta care atrage

bacteriile si provoaca acneea.

Painea alba, paste si parajituri

Alimentele cu indice glicemic ridicat precum painea alba, prajiturile, pastele, orezul cresc nivelul zaharului in sange care are ca rezultat aparitia inflamatiilor. Studiile au aratat ca inlocuirea acestor pruduse cu altele cu un indice glicemic scazut pot lupa impotriva acneei, acestea sunt: fasolea, cerealele integrale, spanac, brocoli, codimente, portocale, prune, mere etc.

Sucuri carbogazoase

u un conţinut exagerat de zahăr care poate să grăbească îmbătrânirea prematură a pielii sau să favorizeze apariţia unor probleme cu tenul. Potrivit un studiu citat de publicaţia Huffington Post, sucurile de tip cola conţin anumite substanţe care accelerează procesul de îmbătrânire a pielii. De aceea este recomandat să nu le consumi în cantităţi mari, ci doar ocazional. În schimb, optează pentru limonadă cu puţină miere, ceaiuri medicinale şi apă plată.

ALIMENTE CE COMBAT ACNEEA!

Avocado

Fatty Fishes: Fish is a great source of essential fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6, says Rachelle Wood, registered holistic nutritionist in Charlottetown

P.E.I. These acids help reduce inflammation in our bodies that can trigger cells to clog pores and potentially cause acne. Wood recommends eating more salmon, mackerel and sardines to fight blemishes.Nuts:"Deficiencies in minerals such as zinc and selenium have been linked to acne in some sufferers," says Wood. Most nuts contain selenium, vitamin E, copper, magnesium, manganese, potassium, calcium and iron, which are all essential for healthy skin.Avocado:This tasty green fruit, rich in vitamin E, can also increase your skin's vitality, Wood says. Avocado is also a good source of vitamin C, which can reduce skin inflammation and naturally moisturize the skin.

Red Grapes:And yes, you can eat the seeds. "The fruit and seed contain powerful natural chemicals and antioxidants that have been shown to treat inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema," Wood says.On top of this, grapes can also help to control the side effects of allergic reactions on skin.Fennel:If you're looking for the perfect natural skin cleanser, eat fennel. This licorice-tasting root vegetable can improve digestion, reduce swelling and help to flush out excess fluids and toxins in your skin, Wood says.Artichoke:Artichoke is a good source of antioxidants and full of Vitamin C. "This fibrous green vegetable helps to remove toxins from the body, making it a great addition for a healthy skin diet," she says.Brown Rice: Brown rice is a rich source of vitamin B, protein, magnesium, and several antioxidants, Wood says. For acne, vitamin B acts as our skin's stress fighter, which will help regulate hormones levels and prevent the likelihood of breakouts.Garlic: Garlic is another superfood that helps fight inflammation. "Garlic is full of a naturally occurring chemical called allicin, which kills off many harmful bacteria and viruses your body might be fighting," Wood says.Broccoli:Broccoli is the perfect skin clearing food. It contains health building properties like vitamins A, B complex, C, E, and K. "These antioxidants fight radical damage which will assist with the luminosity of your skin," Wood says.

Alfalfa Sprouts:Yes, they may look a little like grass, but these sprouts are packed with

valuable, skin-clearing nutrients. Alfalfa sprouts contain live enzymes which help fight inflammation, Wood says.