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Cosmetics

Some cosmetics contain mineral oil. Mineral oil is known to clog pores. Products that clog pores are called comedogenic. People with acne prone skin should look for products labelled “non-comedogenic” or “oil free”.

Medications

Acne caused by medications is called “acne medicamentosa”. Due to the relationship between sebum production and hormones, drugs containing hormones will sometimes result in acne medicamentosa. Some of these hormonal drugs include birth control pills, thyroid medications and androgenic steroids. Other drugs found to cause acne are lithium and antiepileptic medications.

Ailments

Acne may be a symptom of certain disorders of the endocrine system. The endocrine system is the network of glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. Some of these ailments are polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), Cushing syndrome and acromegaly. Acne has also been listed as a symptom to non-endocrine conditions such as Apert syndromes and Behçet syndromes. Please note, acne alone doesn't usually indicate ailments. Other symptoms besides acne are usually present.

Contact Acne

Certain items that come in contact with the skin can cause acne. Makeup applicators, hair care products, cell phones, and pillows are examples of everyday products that can cause acne breakouts. Also hands touching the face can cause breakouts.

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Cookbook

For decades, there have been studies that suggest acne and diet were not related. However, these studies were proven to be heavily flawed. Recently, improved studies have provided strong evidence that diet and acne are indeed related. If diet can affect other organs of the body, why wouldn’t diet affect skin? Isn’t skin the body’s largest organ? The acne and diet connection was further documented in a recent study when participants achieved dramatic results in only 12 weeks of following the right diet. Yes, chronic acne sufferers can treat acne naturally and get great results!

If you’re thinking you have to eat a bland diet to have clear skin. You’re wrong. You can enjoy delicious meals and achieve healthy glowing skin. How? Well that’s where the Cookbook comes in handy! In the Cookbook, you'll find over 100 easy to prepare dishes. Recipes are jam packed with antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, vitamins and a load of other nutrients that are essential to healthy glowing skin. And to top it off, the dishes taste divine!

Notice to Parents

Parents should understand the potential negative impact of acne. Even mild occurrences of acne can cause detriment to their teen’s self esteem. Prescriptions and over the counter acne medications are often ineffective and can cause a host of serious side effects. Treating acne through diet is natural and gentle. The good news is parents can prepare meals from the Cookbook that will be enjoyed by the entire family. There is no separate meal planning required. Also, the Cookbook includes dishes that work wonderfully as packed school lunches. Your teen will love you for it! More recipe details are discussed in the video above.

The Cookbook is more than a collection of recipes. Download it to an internet capable device, and it becomes an interactive cookbook. All recipes are linked to additional nutritional information, video tutorials, and reviews. DOWNLOAD NOW! Before downloading, you will be asked to complete a brief offer.

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Diet Overview

What's eating you?

What most acne sufferers have in common is the Western diet. The Western diet is loaded with processed foods. Processed foods are known to cause a sharp rise in insulin levels. So what does this have to do with your skin? Well, insulin is one of the major hormones involved in your body's production of sebum. Sebum acts as a skin protector. This is at its normal level. If insulin levels are high, too much sebum is produced. This excess sebum will often clog your pores. Clogged pores cause acne breakouts. Control your insulin level and you control your acne breakouts. It's just that simple.

Low Glycemic Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are a vital part of our health. Carbohydrates provide the body with energy and regulate glucose (blood sugar) levels. You're probably thinking, why not avoid carbohydrates and be acne free? Avoiding all carbohydrates is not an ideal alternative to fighting acne. Not all carbohydrates are bad. A healthier choice would be to adapt a diet that includes low glycemic carbohydrates. Low glycemic carbohydrates do not raise blood sugar levels at the same rate as high glycemic carbohydrates. This makes eating low glycemic carbohydrates a win-win situation. By eating low glycemic carbohydrates your body receives the health benefits of carbohydrates while keeping insulin at healthy levels. For more information about low glycemic carbohydrates, click here.

Lean Protein

Another key element to acne free skin is protein. Red meat provides the best absorption of iron and zinc. Iron is essential for maintaining healthy skin. Acne sufferers often have low levels of zinc. Zinc has antimicrobial properties that are essential in fighting acne and other skin afflictions. Red meat and animal proteins are also rich in Vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 helps rejuvenate and repair skin cells. Red meat, fish and poultry do not affect blood sugar levels. Include a source of lean protein with every meal to help stabilize blood sugar levels. For more information about lean proteins, click here.

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Water

Our bodies are made up of over 60% water. Just as other body organs depend on water for optimum care, so does our skin. Drinking at least 8 glasses of water is recommended for the proper functioning of body systems. Most importantly, water is essential in eliminating toxins from the body. Water also helps to keep the immune system operating properly. If the immune system is weaken by excess toxins, skin eruptions are soon to come.

Exercise

Exercise is important to skin and overall health. Just as with water, exercise helps to cleanse the body of harmful toxins. Exercise is also beneficial in reducing stress. Stress is another factor behind acne breakouts. Stress stimulates the hormones associated with sebum production. The extra sebum produced during stressful times worsens acne. Regular exercise also lower insulin levels. Ideally, acne sufferers should engage in aerobic exercise at least 4-5 days a week. Yoga is also an excellent addition to any stress reducing exercise routine.

The Cookbook

The right diet, drinking plenty of water and exercising are the keys to a glowing complexion. The cookbook focuses on low-glycemic carbohydrates, lean proteins and healthy fats. The Cookbook is more than a collection of recipes. Download it to an internet capable device, and it becomes an interactive cookbook. All recipes are linked to additional nutritional information, video tutorials, and reviews.

DOWNLOAD NOW! Before downloading, you will be asked to complete a brief offer.

LEARN MORE about the Diet.

Causes Of Acne

Bacterial Acne

Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes)

Propionibacterium acnes or P. acnes is the bacteria that is commonly linked to acne. The bacterium lives at the base of the hair follicle. P. acnes feeds on fatty acids found in sebum. Excessive amounts of sebum can cause an overgrowth in the bacteria. During the digestion of sebum, P. acnes, has been shown to create pore clogging byproducts.

P. acnes triggers white blood cells to the hair follicle. Enzymes created by the white blood cells breaks down the follicle wall. The break in the follicle wall causes its contents to spill into the dermis of the skin. The follicle becomes inflamed and triggers an occurrence of inflammatory acne lesions, such as papules, pustules, and/or nodules.

P. acnes is not only present on acne prone skin. The bacterium is also present in healthy skin. Therefore, the mere presence of this bacterium is not the cause of acne breakouts. The malfunctioning of the pilosebaceous unit is the ultimate cause. Keeping the production of sebum at normal levels is usually the key to prohibiting any asing reactions to P. acnes.

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Hormonal Acne

Generally, acne can be considered a sign of hormonal disharmony. Hormones play a major part in the creation of sebum. Excessive sebum production is a tell-tale sign of an hormonal imbalance. The major hormones involved with excessive sebum creation are androgen (male hormones), estrogen, and insulin-growth factor. Testosterone and insulin-growth factor are the two hormones closely linked to acne.

Androgen (Male Hormones)

Although considered male hormones, androgen hormones are found in males and females. Androgen hormones include free testosterone, dihydrotestosterone abbreviated as DHT, dehydroepiandrosterone abbreviated as DHEA, and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate abbreviated as DHEA-S. Excessive androgenic hormones in males and females have been shown to overstimulate the sebaceous glands.

Estrogen

Estrogen is usually found only in women. Estrogen is responsible for the development of female characteristics in the body. One of estrogen functions is to balance out male hormones. If estrogen levels are low, androgen hormones become dominant. When male hormones are dominant in women, this triggers an increase in sebum is production.

Insulin-growth factor

Insulin-growth factor is a hormone produced in the liver. Insulin-growth factor is involved in the growth and function of almost every organ in the body. The hormone is similar in structure to insulin. Due to its similar structure to insulin, excessive insulin growth factor in the bloodstream can cause an increase in sebum production.

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