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Got Acne? You Must Eat These Foods

Live by these seven (easy) healthy skin diet rules to prevent breakouts and blemishes

March 10, 2011 | by Robin Immerman Gruen | 44 COMMENTS

Opt for herbs

We're not saying to make every meal a boring blur, but we are suggesting that too much spice -- think cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, chili and more -- may exacerbate acne. Luckily, there are loads of other spices and toppers that add flavor without causing a flare-up, like toying with herbs (thyme, rosemary, mint) and low-sugar condiments. Also, when you're dining on typically spicy cuisines, like Mexican or Indian, ask the waiter to keep it mild or put the spice on the side. This way, you are in control of how much heat you put on your plate.

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Awesome extremely helpful article. Already doing a lot of this but will omit many other things to get my acne under control once and for all!

by fabofive Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 11:21AM Report as inappropriate

Nice.

by Mollysunshine Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 02:14AM Report as inappropriate

THANK YOU!!

by angel_golz Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 06:52PM Report as inappropriate

Where were these tips when I was a teen? Thanks for the sparklers idea, I like to a have a drink but am always afraid I'll break out.

by Sari Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 12:44PM Report as inappropriate

Thanks

by EricaF123 Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at 06:38AM Report as inappropriate

Not gagging down an oyster for anything.

by dancerbygrace Friday, December 28, 2012 at 09:36AM Report as inappropriate

I'm so bad about drinking water, but am going to try to start being better about that!

by Chris213 Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 07:00AM Report as inappropriate

Honestly, I've discovered the best way to get rid of acne is tanning. It works for face and body acne. I know it has bad effects, but there are benefits as well.

by allierw Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 12:19PM Report as inappropriate

i do eat a lot of grain because i'm an athlete the occasional granola bar or chewy bar really help fill up my appetite but now that i see this its opened up my eyes.

by y.isle Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 06:16PM Report as inappropriate

Eating your water (say in veggies and fruit) is a better way not to flush them all out.

by Only1KimmieD Friday, June 22, 2012 at 12:36PM Report as inappropriate

Drinking 8 glasses of water a day is a total lie, it doesn\'t help you out at all since if you drink too much at a time it flushes out nutrients along with bad stuff in your body

by rachaellh13 Friday, June 15, 2012 at 01:01PM Report as inappropriate

I really need to change my diet and see if it helps. I will do anything to get my acne under control and stop feeling like a teenage in highschool when I'm 36!

by jamie_spar Sunday, April 22, 2012 at 08:12PM Report as inappropriate

hmm...

by sweettpea29 Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 09:21PM Report as inappropriate

Very interesting article and quite informative!

by maria_carmela_renna Friday, March 30, 2012 at 01:53PM Report as inappropriate

This article was very informative! Thank you!

by powerwoman033 Friday, March 23, 2012 at 01:04PM Report as inappropriate

interesting article.

by lazorc Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 07:16PM Report as inappropriate

I think everything is do-able except the oysters. It's a texture thing for me...I can't bring myself to even try them! And I love spicy food.. :( so sad.

by GlamDoll Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 04:05PM Report as inappropriate

Tap into water, that's funny! And my mom says she's got yogurt in the house! :D And I so want chocolate right now.

by MissXu Monday, January 2, 2012 at 08:55PM Report as inappropriate

wow! never even realized this! I love these foods!!

by michelle_rago Monday, January 2, 2012 at 08:31PM Report as inappropriate

Yay! Another excuse to eat dark chocolate :)

by vfalkow Friday, September 2, 2011 at 02:28PM Report as inappropriate

mmm I love oysters!

by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 01:52PM Report as inappropriate

good thing I enjoy fruits and veggies.. and oysters! yum

by awan0912 Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 06:45PM Report as inappropriate

Cool

by eatinglipstick Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 04:18PM Report as inappropriate

Yummy beauty!

by LittleBunny Monday, July 25, 2011 at 12:40PM Report as inappropriate

Beautiful from inside out :) The concept of Zero Pollution in our body. I eat healthy and if I ever eat or drink something that is not so healthy my body gives me a sign immediately.

by kariro Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 06:21AM Report as inappropriate

I can't say research supports most of these claims, but these are all good general advice nonetheless.

by bukiyounahito Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 07:24AM Report as inappropriate

I know these things yet I still ignore some.. why?

by modinosaur Sunday, May 22, 2011 at 12:17AM Report as inappropriate

Love these tips. Luckily I don't break out hardly at all, maybe because I'm already eating and drinking most of these things :)

by ladyboarder9669 Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 02:48PM Report as inappropriate

I'm not sure if I totally agree with everything here but I do agree with the water. I've always heard water is great for your skin and diet.

by voyager24 Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 12:49PM Report as inappropriate

I have found other than water, good skincare, change your cotton pillowcase often, hair up when you sleep and stop touching your face are your best bets.

by Imakeubeautiful Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 12:29PM Report as inappropriate

really?

by AmandaAmanda Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 05:15PM Report as inappropriate

what???

by judyangel101 Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 01:58PM Report as inappropriate

Aww man! I love love love spicy food. hmmm.. I guess I will have to take a break every now and then.

by msbrown822 Monday, May 2, 2011 at 09:01AM Report as inappropriate

Bell peppers are high in vitamin c , and vitamin c is necessary for healthy skin.

by HauteMom Monday, May 2, 2011 at 07:48AM Report as inappropriate

Aren't peppers loaded with anti-oxidants? I thought this article gave some conflicting advice and was unclear in its message.

by alictasia Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 11:05AM Report as inappropriate

Luckily I was never crazy about spicy food because I can't handle much. Only a dab of medium sauce on ever spoonful was my limit. I still had acne but it was very mild. Shame I'm allergic to shellfish though.

by volta Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 10:52AM Report as inappropriate

baby steps!! ill start with the water and go from there

by AmandaAmanda Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 10:51AM Report as inappropriate

Good to know that there is a solution to prevent acne.

by maria_frte Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 10:36AM Report as inappropriate

Never knew spicy food could cause acne. That must explain why my face was acne crazy in my teen years.

by Aymee Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 09:07PM Report as inappropriate

I didn't know spicy food could exacerbate acne! I love spicy food and it doesn't seem to affect my skin at all, nor does any food. The cleansers I use, how stressed I am, and my foundation seem to have the most effect on my skin.

by LipglossandSpandex Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 12:44PM Report as inappropriate

theses are good tips I didn't know about spicy food

by porsha_coleman_mcdaniels Friday, April 29, 2011 at 11:38PM Report as inappropriate

I also had no idea that spicy foods could exacerbate acne... And this article had very good tips about how to incorporate more veggies into your diet. And to CliniqueLover below, it's a very GOOD thing to pee all the time because you drink lots of water! That is the point. :)

by kelleymiller Friday, April 29, 2011 at 08:00PM Report as inappropriate

Not very helpful. I'm allergic to fish and most types of green veggies. I do try to drink lots of water though but then I have to pee all the time.

by CliniqueLover Friday, April 29, 2011 at 05:40PM Report as inappropriate

Good stuff! I will most def alter my grocery list next time I shop. Thanks!!!

by MissPurple Friday, April 29, 2011 at 11:59AM Report as inappropriate

I like this article. I had no idea that chili peppers weren't that great for acne. I LOVE hot food and have a habit of putting crushed red pepper or actual red peppers in almost everything...great article. there are somethings I didn't know...

by msbrown822 Friday, April 15, 2011 at 07:58AM Report as inappropriate

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