Blackheads are a common and mild type of acne that usually form on the face,
but can also appear on back, chest, neck, arms, and shoulders. And although I have
already discussed on this channel how to get rid of them with skincare products,
today were going to talk about how to get rid of the underlying condition that is causing them,
by understanding how they form, and how to fix it simply by looking closer at our diet and
how the foods we eat play a role in causing the formation of blackheads. And to make this video
short and simple to follow, Ill start with 3 foods in our everyday diet that are causing blackheads
that you want to avoid, and 3 foods you should consider adding in to fix the blackheads issue
and hopefully get rid of blackheads permanently. Also you want to stay tuned till the end,
as Ill be revealing the one dietary mineral that you need to be looking at for overall
skin health and to eliminate acne altogether, so definitely stay tuned and watch till the end.
Lets take a closer look at this acne diagram and as we can see, what a normal hair follicle would
like like, right next to it we have a whitehead: which are known as closed comedones. This is when
The follicles beneath your skin become filled with bacteria and have a very small opening at the top
of your skin. Which Air isn’t able to enter in the follicle. The bacteria inside of it don’t undergo
a chemical reaction, so it stays white in color. Blackheads form when a clog or plug develops in
the opening of hair follicles in your skin. Each follicle contains one hair and a sebaceous gland
that produces oil. This oil, called sebum, helps keep your skin soft. Skin cells and
oils collect in the opening to the skin follicle, producing a bump called a comedo. And remember,
If the skin over the bump stays closed, the bump is called a whitehead. When the skin over the bump
opens, exposure to the air and gets oxidized, this causes it to look black and a blackhead forms.
But to really tackle the root cause: we have to look at whats going on inside the body. Yes we can
tie some causes back to producing too much body oil, having a buildup of propionibacterium acne,
which is the bacteria that causes acne, hormonal changes, and certain medications. What if there
was a dietary cause to it as well. Lets take a look at 3 food groups that have been documented
to be potential causes. Starting with the first. High Glycemic Index Foods. If you’re like most
Americans, you consume plenty of high-glycemic foods and drinks. Examples include white bread,
corn flakes, puffed rice, potato chips, white potatoes, fries, doughnuts or other pastries,
and sugary drinks such as milkshakes,. Refined carbohydrates like these are just examples. High
glycemic index: is a measurement that determines how fast and how high a type of food can raise
levels of blood sugar. Theoretically: The higher and faster they raise blood sugar,
the higher chance they have to cause blackheads and acne. You see: During puberty,
the body produces more of a hormone called insulin-like growth factor 1 or (IGF-1),
and studies suggest that IGF-1 may increase the production of sebum
and worsen symptoms of acne.High glycemic index foods can raise IGF-1 levels. So by Avoiding them,
you may help improve symptoms of acne and help prevent future breakouts.
Which is a plus. So less IGF-1, less acne. The second Food Group to contribute to raising
IGF-1 and cause blackheads is: Dairy Products. These include milk, cheese, ice cream, and yogurt.
Some people with acne may benefit from avoiding these foods altogether.
But moreso if I were to pick one: its the milk that is the big question here. Because remember,
milk is a powerful substance, its created to grow a baby calf into an adult cow. SO its loaded with
powerful hormones. The Whey and casein, the proteins in milk, stimulate growth and hormones
in calves, and When we digest these proteins, they release IGF-1 which can contribute to acne
and blackheads. So If you notice acne after having milk, it is best to avoid it and go from there.
The third group are your foods rich in omega 6’s. Its Just the inflammatory nature of omega-6
fats ,, which can make skin cells less stable, allowing for more breakouts and blemishes.
And if you have a western diet, which as you know contain large amounts of corn and soy oils,
and if youre one to eat outside at restaurant chains, you know they use a ton of these oils,
which are high in omega-6 fats, with very few foods that contain omega-3 fats,
like fish and walnuts. Its This imbalance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which pushes
the body into an inflammatory state, which worsens acne. And Soybean oil
is currently the biggest source of omega-6 fatty acids in the US because it is really cheap.
Also guys, if you are enjoying the content.. Please give it
a like down below, before we move on. Now that we covered the 3 foods groups
that may be causing blackheads, High Glycemic Index foods like your processed carbohydrates,
milk, and omega 6 inflammatory oils. Lets take a look at 3 food groups that you might consider
instead to hopefully eliminate those blackheads. Number 1: Low Glycemic Index foods. Unlike your
high glycemic index foods, these are going to help you feel full longer; help keep blood sugar even,
Which are most fresh vegetables, some fresh fruits, beans, and steel-cut oats.
Number 2: Antioxidant rich foods. Which are loaded in brightly colored fruits and vegetables,
including peppers, spinach, and berries. In addition, eating healthy foods that are high
in antioxidants can fight free radicals and oxidative stress within the body,
to ultimately keep acne controlled. And Number 3: Omega 3’s.
Omega-3s are anti-inflammatory, and regular consumption has been linked to a reduced risk
of developing acne. The Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include: your fish, such as mackerel,
salmon, and sardines, your pastured eggs, soybeans and soy products, such as tofu,
spinach and kale, and wild rice to name a few. And lastly since your still here hopefully,
I told you Id share with you the one mineral I believe can be a great way to tackle those
blackheads, that being. Zinc! Zinc is found in Many nuts,
like walnuts and almonds, which are also high in the omega-3 fatty acids
that can help fight inflammation, as well as being high in zinc. You can find zinc also in beans,
and certain types of seafood (such as crab and lobster), whole grains, and fortified breakfast
cereal. You see: Zinc is anti-inflammatory, it reduces levels of the bacteria that causes acne
in the first place and may also decrease sebum production. And Unfortunately, your body doesn’t
store this mineral for later, so you got to get it in daily to avoid developing zinc deficiencies.
As you all know: Zinc is sometimes seen as the “beauty mineral” for your skin, nails, and hair.
This is why some of the most common signs of zinc deficiency are brittle nails and hair loss.
With zinc deficiencies you may be prone to more eczema flare-ups, rashes, and xerosis, aka dry,
and scaly skin. So definitely dont underestimate the power of zinc.
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