Natural Acne Treatments & Foods to Avoid

Acne is caused by the inability of the body to rid itself of wastes through normal, healthy elimination methods (typically the liver and kidneys). This internal imbalance results in a “blockage” which the body responds to by forcing the wastes through the skin, and more specifically through the sebum of sebaceous glands that are located beneath the skin.

Some of the factors that propagate the imbalance that leads to acne include:

• poor diet during the beginning of menses,
• increased stress
• nervous tension, and
• natural reactions of the body that are glandular or that relate to circulation.

Acne Treatments

Sulfur. According to Edgar Cayce, a pioneer in natural cures, acne sufferers should thoroughly mix one tablespoon each of sulphur, Cream of tartar and Rochelle salts, and should ingest one teaspoonful of the mixture each morning prior to any meal. The mixture should be taken either dry or with water.

Foods to Avoid

A diet that is full of natural foods is always best for the body. Milk, eggs, cheeses, vegetables and fruits that are in-season are ideal (with the exception of raw apples, strawberries, and bananas). Meats such as lamb, fish, fowl and lean beef are also suggested. Sugars, chocolates, fried foods and starches should be avoided completely, along with drinks that are carbonated.

Skin Care

Thorough washing of the skin twice a day with witch hazel will naturally cleanse affected areas while ridding impurities that can aggravate the skin.

Vitamins

Vitamins such as beta carotene, Vitamin C, Zinc, Vitamin B6, lecithin, echinacea with goldenseal and brewers yeast can all be used in their recommended doses to promote healthier skin.

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