I'm sure it feels that way for some kids. I had my share of mild acne when I was younger and I have divots on my head to prove it. Experience with my patients and children tells me that you can beat acne, as long as they do what I tell them to do.
What is the cause of acne? That's the million-dollar question.
I believe there are multiple reasons for this. Stress and Diet are pieces of the puzzle not to mention all the additional chemicals and toxic exposure in our environment that is more unprecedented today than ever before.
Action steps to take with Acne:
• Keep skin clean with safe and healthy skincare products free of hormone-disrupting ingredients and pore-clogging petroleum
• Change pillowcases often to avoid ongoing exposure to dirt and excess oils
• Try to limit hand to face contact to prevent the spread of bacteria and germs; carry Silvercillin spray to disinfect hands and surfaces
• Decrease flare-ups by countering stress with adequate sleep and relaxation
• Encourage elimination of toxins through sweating by exercising or using a far infrared sauna
Dietary Tips and Caveats:
• Limit or avoid dairy products, white flour, and sugar-laden foods and beverages
• Eat healthy high quality proteins including dairy-free protein shakes, such as PurePaleo Chocolate or Vanilla protein made from bone broth and delicious.
• Drink plenty of water to facilitate elimination of wastes. 1 quart per 50 lb body weight. Pure Berkey filtered water or Reverse Osmosis water.
• Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids such as salmon, mackerel, halibut, ground flax seeds, chia seeds and raw nuts
• Eat a phytonutrient-rich diet of unprocessed whole foods, abundant in vegetables and fruits (preferably organic) that contain antioxidants such as vitamins A, C and E
• Support blood sugar balance by avoiding foods that spike blood sugar such as high-sugar snacks and beverages (includes sodas and fruit juices); refined carbohydrates, and high fructose corn syrup; avoid excess sugar to prevent accumulation of the toxic by-product, acetaldehyde
Supplement Recommendations: Strongly recommend blood work to test for dosing below and other Nutrients that may be needed.
AcnutrolTM capsules 6 capsules per day
Hylands ClearAc as directed on label
Probiotic SynergyTM Probiospheres 1 sphere per day with breakfast
OmegAvailTM Synergy 2 softgels per day with meals
Optional, if needed: Hi-Po Emulsi-D3 liquid 1 drop per day or 1 ADK per day. Strongly recommend blood work to test for Vitamin D dosing.
Disclaimer: THE DIETARY SUPPLEMENT PRODUCTS OFFERED BY DESIGNS FOR HEALTH ARE NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY CONSUMERS AS A MEANS TO CURE, TREAT, PREVENT, DIAGNOSE, OR MITIGATE ANY DISEASE OR OTHER MEDICAL CONDITION.