By M. C. Johnson Submitted On November 21, 2009
Acne is an inflammatory skin disorder characterized by pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. To some degree it affects about 80 percent of all Americans between the ages of twelve and forty-four.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne has become the most commonly treated skin abnormality. Modern lifestyles could be a contributing factor. We tend to eat less fruits and vegetables but more fried and fatty foods. One may stop by a fast food restaurant more frequently because of it's convenience.
In today's modern lifestyle, there are less people taking the time to sit down to have and enjoy a meal, or even cooking and preparing their own meal. The microwave oven is a quick and convenient way to prepare foods, and their are move nutritious and healthy foods being produced for microwave cooking. So, if you are in a hurry, then you still can have a nutritious meal using the microwave oven.
Since your skin is the largest organ of your body it requires good nutrition to function properly. The body acts as the first line of defense against diseases and infections. Some of the most essential vitamins like Vitamins A,B,and C can be taken to help cure your acne. Vitamins heal your skin tissue, maintain healthy skin tone, prevent and combat acne, help relieve anxiety and stress, enhance you circulation, and promote overall health.
It is also important to keep your skin clean and free of toxins that clogs your pores. Vitamins and minerals can heal the acne damaged skin and prevent toxins from clogging your pores and some vitamins have antibacterial effects that promote immunity. Avoid touching the problem area so that it will not become scarred. Some cosmetics cause and increases the affects of acne, therefore, avoid wearing cosmetics or read the label before applying it to your skin to find out if any of the ingredient will worsen the problem..
Over washing your skin can cause skin irritation and compound your acne problem. You should not rub or scrub your skin excessively and avoid squeezing the pimple or problem area, because it could aggravate your acne and increase the risk of acne scarring. Don't use a facial wash that has a lot of perfume. If possible try washing your face with clear water or some type medicated facial wash. If the acne is located on another skin area besides your face, try a medicated wash.
Here are 3 Important facts to know.
1. Acne is caused by a hormonal imbalance combined with toxin build up.
Hormones are chemical messengers your body uses to send messages back and forth between organs and cells telling them what to do.
2. There are more than one type of acne:
The types of acne ranges from mild to severe and it affects people of all ages, babies as well as adults can have acne. The different types are:
- Blackheads - Occurs when a pore becomes partially blocked with dead skin cells.
- Whiteheads - Are the result of a completed blocked pore.
- Papules - Infected red bumps on the surface of the skin and don't come to a head.
- Pustules - Inflammed blemishes.
- Nodules - A severe type of acne that features hardened lumps under the skin's surface.
- Cystic - One of the most extreme varieties of Acne Vulgaris.
- Rosacea - Looks like a red rash.
- Conglobata - An extremely severe form of acne.
3. Acne can be cured.
Here's a website that will show you how to get rid of acne. http://theacnenaturaltreatment.blogspot.com
Martha Johnson is a certified Herbal Specialist and has demonstrated the knowledge necessary to teach others about herbal nutrition and how to lead a healthier life. http://theacnenaturaltreatment.blogspot.com/
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