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The main manifestations of acne – pimples, blackheads, pimples, etc. can be avoided or remedied through adequate food.

Among the foods suitable for the treatment of acne are:

Foods rich in Vitamin C: For its antioxidant foods rich in vitamin C helps protect skin cells from free radical attacks while protecting it from possible infection. The main foods rich in this vitamin have peppers, citrus fruits (oranges, lemons, grapefruit, etc.)., Cauliflower, radishes, brussels sprouts, spinach, bananas, apples, melons, watermelons , carrots, pineapples, pears, papayas, barley, garlic, blackberries, celery, peas, strawberries, grapes, figs, beans, cranberries, potatoes, avocado, soy custard apples, mangoes, pomegranates, coconuts, etc.

Foods rich in vitamin A: Vitamin A helps keep skin in good condition and can be useful in treating diseases that affect it: eczema, acne, psoriasis, dry skin, herpes, cuts, wounds, burns, etc..A deficiency of this vitamin results in the individual a dry, scaly skin or bad teeth. Vegetables and fruits, yellow-orange or dark green are important sources of vitamin A and other vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Vitamin E: Helps healing of skin problems

Sulfur-rich foods: These foods help to improve skin condition. Sulfur-rich foods are garlic and onions.

Foods rich in zinc: Zinc is a mineral that helps keep skin in good condition. Shellfish are a good source of this mineral, especially oysters. In addition to these we must mention the liver or eggs. The problem is that these foods are all rich in cholesterol, so if you prefer to use plant foods, we have to resort to the celery, asparagus, borage, figs, potatoes, or eggplant, for example.

Foods rich in essential oils: sesame seeds, linseed and pumpkin are rich in essential fatty acids involved in the healing of skin diseases. Avocados are rich in these elements.