Treat Acne with these Healthy and Natural drinks

Still struggling with your stubborn acne? We’ve got a perfect solution for you to try.

Here are few nutrients with drinks or blends, or ingredients which help to clear acne?

Acne can occur due to clogged pores, excess sebum production, and hormonal imbalances. A healthy diet can effectively address mild to moderate acne to a certain extent. The foods/ ingredients that are really helpful are:

• Zinc- Zinc is an essential dietary mineral that has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It can address the redness and swelling associated with acne and to some extent can reduce the acne scars. It is readily found in pomegranates, guavas, cantaloupes, nuts, seeds, legumes, and shellfish.
• Vitamin C- Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It is also responsible for the production of collagen that helps to keep the skin supple and glowing. It boosts the immune system and gives you the strength to fight off acne-causing bacteria. Incorporate foods like oranges, lime, lemon, kiwi, and grapefruit in the diet to relish the benefits of this potent vitamin.
• Turmeric- Turmeric contains a compound named curcumin that possesses anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric works effectively either when ingested or applied topically. You can add turmeric to soups, stews, vegetable preparations or drink a cup of lukewarm turmeric milk.

  Is there any one blend which works for all kinds of acne? 

Dietary modifications can address mild to moderate acne but for severe acne like cystic acne that are filled with pus, you might require medicinal intervention align with diet. You can try lemony green tea as a potent blend to address acne. Simply boil few green tea leaves in some water and a teaspoon of lemon juice to it. Strain and drink it hot. Make sure not to add milk or any kind of sweeteners. While lemon works to clarify your skin by its vitamin C content, green tea is rich in catechins which are potent antioxidants that work to boost your immunity, skin health and overall wellbeing.

What’s the tea/blend/ingredient which works for acne due to PCOD? 

You can try having amla shot or ginger shot. All you need to do is simply grate some amla or ginger, squeeze it well using a muslin cloth and drink the juice undiluted in one go. You can also add some drops of lemon juice to ginger shot, make sure to take only ½ an inch of ginger as an excess of it can upset the stomach.

Suggestions for clearing drink Acne for teens:

• Wheatgrass juice (the fresher, the better)- The chlorophyll content in wheatgrass is a blessing for clearer skin. It not only inhibits acne breakouts but also diminishes scars overtime
• Carrot-Beetroot juice- Carrots are loaded with beta carotene that is highly effective against acne. Beetroots are rich in vitamin C and hold the potential to support your detoxification system. These can improve blood circulation making acne healing faster. 
• Spearmint Tea- 1-2 cups of organic spearmint tea if consumed daily can reduce acne breakouts by 25% to 50% ad this information is well documented by dermatologists. It can also keep those stubborn zits at bay. 

Ingredients which work for acne, and how best to consume it? 

We can consume in form of teas, smoothies, juices. There are some ingredients like ginger, turmeric, matcha or green tea leaves that are best consumed in tea form. Most fruits like peaches, apples, and guava can be blended to smoothies. Citrusy fruits like oranges, kiwi can be consumed as a whole. Vegetables can be blended to thick juices with least or no straining. Veggies can also be consumed in the form of soups/ salads.

Turmeric is fat soluble, so needs some fat like milk or coconut milk to be best absorbed.

The active ingredient called curcumin present in turmeric cannot activate itself on its own. It is more readily absorbed in the presence of healthy fats. So, adding turmeric to low-fat dairy milk or coconut or almond milk will help enhance its absorption. Adding pepper also enhances the bioavailability of curcumin, so a dash of pepper with your turmeric drink makes the best combo. Moreover, when you heat turmeric for a few minutes, it can help increase its solubility. So, to make your perfect turmeric potion- boil some milk with a pinch of turmeric, add pinch pepper and consume it lukewarm.

Over to you

Moreover, the simplest of all, don’t forget to keep sipping water. You can put a bottle of detox water adding your favourite fruits and vegetables on your work table or dining table.