Natural Cure for Acne

Acne treatment is one of the common issues for the young generation. This chronic skin disease affect sebaceous glands and hair follicles, leading to lesions on the face or shoulders. The term used for this disease is Acne Vulgaris and refers to blackheads, scars, pimples or cysts. There are many types of acne that affect the face, back and, in rare cases, the entire body.

Acne usually comes from the wrong eating habits. People that indulge in too much sugar, fatty foods or fried foods or that eat at the wrong hours are exposed to this illness. Unhygienic habits such as the lack of exercise, alcohol or tobacco cause the skin to lose its healthy appearance. There are many natural remedies that help people of all ages threat acne.

Niamin and vitamin A were the two supplements used in the treatment of acne. 100 mg niacin and 50,000 UI of vitamin A should be taken daily, in the course of a month in this therapy.  Zinc in a recommended dosage of 50 mg three times a day has also proven effective in fighting acne. Fruit can also be used in this therapy; pound orange peel with water on a stone then apply it to the area suffering from acne.

A good herbal treatment for acne are also dandelions, strawberries and strawberry leaves. Egyptians discovered that applying wetted strawberry leaves improved the complexion. A teaspoon of coriander juice mixed with turmeric powder applied on the face has shown good results in fighting pimples. Mint juice can be used in a similar manner as coriander juice.

Since acne comes from an irresponsible diet, dietitians have come up with an 'acne diet'. This consists of three meals a day with fresh fruits and water. After a weak of treatment, raw meat, nuts, wholegrain cereals and brown rice are added into the diet. For a healthy, glowing skin try to avoid coffee, sodas, spicy food, sweets or meat and processed foods.

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