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Darcy Greenwald
Though acne is not life-threatening, it is a health condition that gets displayed to the world, and consequently can be very distressing. Acne can be a normal and transient phenomenon connected to shifts in hormone levels during puberty. But acne that lingers into adulthood and beyond is a symptom that can be persistent and hard to treat. It can also point to more serious, underlying health issues.
What are some of the root causes of acne? In Chinese medicine, we view acne as related to bacterial infections that lead to skin-level inflammation, visibly seen as red or pink discoloration and often pus. We advise patients with acne to remove foods that contribute to inflammation, specifically dairy, sugar, alcohol, peanuts, wheat, spicy food, chicken, shellfish, and greasy food. It is interesting to note that many of these are also common food allergens.
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